Meaning & use

conical

adjective·Academic

Shaped like a cone, with a circular base that narrows to a single point.

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The volcano's conical peak was visible from miles across the valley.

She wore a tall, conical party hat covered in glitter.

A note on using this word

Conical is the standard adjective form of 'cone,' used across science, fashion, and everyday description.

Words with a similar meaning

cone-shapedtapered

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