Circumspatial

/ˌsɪɹkəmˈspeɪʃəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or extending through space around something; spatial in all directions from a central point.

Etymology

From Latin circum- (around) + spatial (from spatium, space). A technical term combining surrounding with spatial relationships.

Kelly Says

Sound waves spreading circumspatially from a speaker go out in all directions equally—that's why you can hear music all around a concert hall.

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