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elliptical

UK
/ɪˈlɪptɪkəl/
US
/ɪˈlɪptɪkəl/

Translations

ellipticaladjective
more elliptical
Comp.
most elliptical
Super.
UK
/ɪˈlɪptɪkəl/
US
/ɪˈlɪptɪkəl/
The planet has an elliptical orbit around the sun.
Планета имеет эллиптическую орбиту вокруг солнца.
Synonyms
oval
oblong
rounded
elliptic
ovate
ellipticalnoun
ellipticals
pl
UK
/ɪˈlɪptɪkəl/
US
/ɪˈlɪptɪkəl/
Commonly used as a shortened term for an elliptical trainer at gyms and, in astronomy, for an elliptical galaxy.
Synonyms
elliptical ergometer
stationary elliptical
cross-trainer
elliptical machine
elliptical trainer

Definitions

ellipticaladjective
Having the shape of an ellipse; oval.
The planet's elliptical orbit causes it to be closer to the sun at certain times of the year.
Characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements; concise.
Her elliptical style of writing leaves much to the reader's imagination.
ellipticalnoun
An exercise machine that simulates running or stair climbing with minimal impact on the joints; elliptical trainer.
She did forty minutes on the elliptical before lifting weights.
(Astronomy) A galaxy having an ellipsoidal shape and a smooth, nearly featureless brightness profile; elliptical galaxy.
Massive ellipticals are often found at the centers of galaxy clusters.
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