1. (adj) elliptic
(of a leaf shape) in the form of an ellipse
Synonyms: oval, oval-shaped, ovoid, prolate, elliptical, egg-shaped, oviform, ovate Antonyms: prolix, angular, angulate, compound
2. (adj) egg-shaped, elliptic, elliptical, oval, oval-shaped, ovate, oviform, ovoid, prolate
rounded like an egg
Synonyms: oval, oval-shaped, ovoid, egg-shaped, elliptical, prolate, oviform, watermelon-shaped, ovate, elliptic Antonyms: angular, compound, angulate, prolix
3. (adj) elliptic, elliptical
characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements
Synonyms: oval, oval-shaped, ovoid, prolate, elliptical, egg-shaped, oviform, ovate, elliptic Antonyms: compound, angulate, prolix, angular
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