elliptical
/ɪˈlɪptɪkəl/
noun
- An elliptical exercise machine that simulates running or walking without impact.
- I prefer the elliptical over the treadmill because it's easier on my knees.
- She uses the elliptical at the gym for 30 minutes every day.
- He bought a home elliptical to stay fit during winter.
adjective
- Shaped like an ellipse; oval.
- The galaxy has an elliptical form, not a spiral one.
- She bought an elliptical machine for home exercise.
- The running track had an elliptical shape.
- (of speech or writing) Using few words but suggesting more; deliberately vague or indirect.
- She gave an elliptical reply, hinting at the truth without stating it.
- The poet's elliptical style forces readers to interpret the meaning.
- His elliptical answer left everyone confused about his plans.
- Relating to or involving ellipsis (the omission of words from a sentence).
- The sentence 'I can run faster than you' is elliptical because it omits 'can run'.
- In informal speech, elliptical constructions like 'See you later' are common.
- Elliptical expressions save time in conversation.