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Definition of Elliptical

1. Adjective. Rounded like an egg.

2. Adjective. Characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements. "The explanation was concise, even elliptical to the verge of obscurity"

Definition of Elliptical

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Elliptical

1. 1. Of or pertaining to an ellipse; having the form of an ellipse; oblong, with rounded ends. "The planets move in elliptic orbits." (Cheyne) 2. Having a part omitted; as, an elliptical phrase. Elliptic chuck. See Chuck. Elliptic compasses, an instrument arranged for drawing ellipses. Elliptic function. See Integral. Elliptic polarization. See Polarization. Origin: Gr., cf. F. Elliptique. See Ellipsis. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Elliptical

ellipses ellipsis ellipsis ellipsograph ellipsoid ellipsoid ellipsoidal ellipsoidal joint ellipsoids ellipsoid of revolution

ellipsosome elliptic elliptic elliptic-lanceolate elliptical (current term) elliptical (current term) elliptically ellipticals elliptical amputation elliptical anastomosis

elliptical recess ellipticines ellipticities ellipticity ellipticity elliptic geometry elliptic leaf elliptocytary anaemia elliptocyte elliptocytic anaemia

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