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elliptical

adjective

/ɪˈlɪptɪkl/

Meaning

Having the shape of an ellipse; also, a style of speech that is concise and sometimes obscure.

The planet follows an elliptical orbit around the sun.

oval, oblong, concise, indirect

circular, direct

elliptical orbit, elliptical machine, elliptical shape, elliptical style

out of tune; not in accordance with expected standards

dark; depressing; pessimistic; melancholy;

relating to the enforcement of rules and correction of behavior

following traditional practices; customary; generally accepted; bound by convention

badly made or done; of poor quality

situated or applied under the tongue