Usually means: Sequence of pitches or keys.
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Definitions from Wiktionary (cycle of fifths)

noun:  (music theory) A sequence of bass notes at intervals of one perfect fifth lower than the previous note. In twelve-tone equal temperament the sequence repeats every twelve tones, forming a cycle.

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