Ellipsoid

A 3-dimensional shape that is elliptic in the vertical plane.


Elliptical in long section and circular in cross section (applied only to three-dimensional bodies).


Elliptic in outline and with a length:breadth ratio between 3:2 and 2:1.


Rounded on ends and with curved sides; having the outline of an ellipse.


Of a three-dimensional oval shape.


The three-dimensional equivalent of elliptical (applied to solid objects such as fruits).


 

 


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