ovoid

/ˈoʊvɔɪd/
adjective
  1. 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.
noun
  1. 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.
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