What is another word for parallel circuit?
Pronunciation: [pˈaɹəlˌɛl sˈɜːkɪt] (IPA) 
A parallel circuit is an electrical circuit that has multiple pathways for current to flow. Other synonyms for parallel circuits include branching circuits, multiple path circuits, and divided circuits. The term "multi-branch circuit" can also be used to describe a circuit with branches running parallel to one another. Another term which is commonly used is "shunt circuit", which refers to the fact that the current in a parallel circuit will split and flow through different paths or shunts. No matter what term is used to describe them, parallel circuits are commonly used in electrical engineering and can be found in a variety of applications, from small electronic devices to large electrical power grids.
