ellipsoidal

• Qui a la forme d'un ellipsoïde ou qui ressemble à un ellipsoïde en trois dimensions; de forme ovale ou elliptique en trois dimensions.

Describes a shape that is like an ellipse in three dimensions; having the form of an ellipsoid.

1. Having the shape of an ellipsoidC1formal

   Describes an object or surface that is shaped like an ellipsoid, which is a three-dimensional oval or a sphere that is slightly flattened or elongated.

   ellipsoïdal

   • The planet has an ellipsoidal shape due to its rotation.
   • The laboratory uses ellipsoidal mirrors to focus light.
   • The ellipsoidal form of the capsule allows for efficient storage.

   Synonymesovoidspheroidal