ELLIPTIC
(adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Elliptic.
Elliptic - as an adjective satellite
(of a leaf shape) in the form of an ellipse
Rounded like an egg
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
egg-shapedelliptical14oval7oval-shapedovate8oviform15ovoid9prolate9Characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements
Example: "The dialogue is elliptic and full of dark hints"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
elliptical14Elliptic - as an adjective
Of or pertaining to an ellipse.
Of or pertaining to a broad field of mathematics that originates from the problem of calculating arc lengths of an ellipse.
Example: "Elliptic curve"
(in combination, of certain functions, equations and operators) that has coefficients satisfying a condition analogous to the condition for the general equation for a conic section to be of an ellipse.
Example: "Elliptic operator"
(of leaves) oval, with a short or no point.
Example Sentences
"The shape of the planet was observed to be elliptic."
"The artist drew an elliptic arc in her artwork."
"The satellite had an elliptic orbit around the Earth."
"The tennis court had an elliptic shape."
"He paused to admire the elliptic leaves of the plant."
Word Game Points
Is ELLIPTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, elliptic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ELLIPTIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is ELLIPTIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, elliptic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordELLIPTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is ELLIPTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, elliptic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordELLIPTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
