elliptical — having the shape of an ellipse; oval
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having the shape of an ellipse; oval
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈlɪptɪkəl/
Korean meaning: 타원형의, 타원 모양의
Korean pronunciation: 일**립**티컬
Example Sentences
- My fitness instructor loves the elliptical machine so much, I think they're having an elliptical affair!
- The professor's elliptical explanation left half the class more confused than before.
- Scientists discovered that the planet's elliptical orbit causes extreme seasonal changes.
elliptical
ADJECTIVE//ɪˈlɪptɪkəl//
having the shape of an ellipse; oval
A customer tests the elliptical trainer's distinctive oval motion pattern
The elliptical view reveals mystical wonders at the critical moment!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'elleipsis' meaning 'omission' or 'deficiency,' combined with the Latin suffix '-ical' meaning 'relating to.' The term was adopted into English in the 17th century to describe the geometric shape of an ellipse.
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📝Examples
“My fitness instructor loves the elliptical machine so much, I think they're having an elliptical affair!”
“The professor's elliptical explanation left half the class more confused than before.”
“Scientists discovered that the planet's elliptical orbit causes extreme seasonal changes.”
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