ovoid
/ˈoʊvɔɪd/
adjective
- Shaped like an egg; having a rounded, slightly elongated form.
- The artist sculpted an ovoid stone that looked just like a real egg.
- The building's ovoid dome was a striking feature of the skyline.
- Many seeds have an ovoid shape that helps them roll into the soil.
Synonyms
noun
- An object or shape that is egg-shaped.
- In geometry class, we learned that an ovoid is not a perfect sphere.
- The child drew an ovoid and colored it yellow.
- The museum displayed a collection of ancient ovoids carved from stone.