What does oval mean?
Oval means An elongated round shape resembling an ellipse or an egg..
Oval
/ˈəʊvəl/ · noun
Meaning
An elongated round shape resembling an ellipse or an egg..
Definitions by Sense
- An elongated round shape resembling an ellipse or an egg.
- A thing having such a shape, such as an arena.
- (Australia) A sports field, typically but not exclusively oval in shape.
- (mathematics) In a projective plane, a set of points such that no three are collinear and there is a unique tangent line at each point.
- Having the shape of an oval.
- Of or pertaining to an ovum.
Example Sentences
At the far end of the wide corridor were the doors of a ward. The panels were frosted save for ovals of clear glass at face level.
oval conceptions
Every congenital abnormality is doubtless due to a peculiarity in the sperm or oval elements or in their mingling, or to some disturbance in their early development.
Synonyms for oval
Antonyms for oval
Related Words
Word Forms
- ovals
- more oval
- most oval
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for oval?
Common synonyms include ovular, ovate, ovoid, ovaline.
What is the opposite of oval?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use oval in a sentence?
At the far end of the wide corridor were the doors of a ward. The panels were frosted save for ovals of clear glass at face level.
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