a circle in the government of Gumbinnen, or province of East Prussia, formerly a part of Poland. It extends over 374 square miles, or 239,360 acres. It is watered by the Angerap, which rises in several lakes, with which the district abounds. The inhabitants are 21,172, who produce some corn and flax, and much fresh-water fish and fire-wood. The females are all employed in spinning linen yarn. The capital is of the same name, and contains 250 houses and 2619 inhabitants.