elliptic
adjective
1. (of a leaf shape) in the form of an ellipse
Similar word(s): simple, unsubdivided
2. rounded like an egg
Similar word(s): rounded, elliptical, oval, ovate, oviform, ovoid, prolate
3. characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements
- the dialogue is elliptic and full of dark hints
- the explanation was concise, even elliptical to the verge of obscurity
Similar word(s): concise, elliptical