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elliptical Definition and Meaning in English (elliptical definition)

adjective
Synonyms:ovalovoid
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Elliptical definition: Describing a shape that is like an ellipse, resembling an oval.

Definitions of Elliptical

  1. 1adjective

    Describing a shape that is like an ellipse, resembling an oval.

  2. 2adjective

    Referring to speech or writing that is characterized by economy of expression, often with words omitted, making it concise or sometimes obscure.

Example Sentences

“The planet orbits the sun in an elliptical path.”

“Her elliptical comments left us wondering what she truly meant.”

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nounellipse
adverbelliptically

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Elliptical definition: Describing a shape that is like an ellipse, resembling an oval.
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'Elliptical' translates to 'elliptical' in English. Elliptical definition: Describing a shape that is like an ellipse, resembling an oval.
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