Meaning & use
elliptical shape
A rounded, oval shape resembling a flattened circle, like the path traced by an ellipse.
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The stadium's elliptical shape gave every seat a clear view of the field.
Planets travel around the sun in an elliptical shape rather than a perfect circle.
A note on using this word
An elliptical shape has two focal points, unlike a circle, which has only a single center.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
circular
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