circling

circling clockwise in the northern hemisphere and counterclockwise in the southern

(anatomy) an encircling structure (as the ridge around the base of a tooth)

(zoology) an encircling band or marking around the neck of any animal n

n a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over n (zoology) an encircling band or marking around the neck of any animal n anything worn or placed about the neck n a short ring fastened over a rod or shaft to limit, guide, or secure a machine part n the stitching that forms the rim of a shoe or boot n a band of leather or rope that is placed around an animal's neck as a harness or to identify it n necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck n a figurative restraint n the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) v take into custody v seize by the neck or collar v furnish with a collar

the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg v