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Definition of ellipticum

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1. elliptic [ a ] rounded like an egg

Synonyms oval elliptic prolate ovate oviform ovoid elliptical egg-shaped Related Terms rounded

2. elliptic [ a ] of a leaf shape; in the form of an ellipse

Synonyms elliptic Related Terms rounded simple

3. elliptic [ a ] containing or characterized by ellipsis
Examples: "the clause of comparison is often elliptical"- G.O.Curme

Synonyms elliptic elliptical Related Terms ellipsis ellipsis

4. elliptic [ a ] characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements
Examples: "the dialogue is elliptic and full of dark hints" "the explanation was concise, even elliptical to the verge of obscurity"- H.O.Taylor

Synonyms elliptical elliptic Related Terms concise

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