elliptical
adjective
1. rounded like an egg
Similar word(s): rounded, elliptic, oval, ovate, oviform, ovoid, prolate
2. 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, elliptic
Sentences with elliptical as an adjective:
- If he is sometimes elliptical and obscure, it is because he has so much to tell us. -- Edmund Wilson
noun
1. (astronomy) An elliptical galaxy
2. An elliptical trainer