The term SAINTLY CIRCLE is composed of two words, 'SAINTLY' and 'CIRCLE'. The first word, 'SAINTLY', refers to a person who is considered to be holy or virtuous. The second word, 'CIRCLE', refers to a group of people who are connected by a shared interest or purpose. Together, the term SAINTLY CIRCLE can refer to a group of people who are united by their shared commitment to holiness and virtue. The crossword solution for this term is 'HALO', which is a symbol of holiness and purity often associated with saints.