Definition of elliptic

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Definition of elliptic

  • rounded like an egg (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. egg-shaped
    2. elliptical
    3. oval
    4. oval-shaped
    5. ovate
    6. oviform
    7. ovoid
    8. prolate
  • characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the dialogue is elliptic and full of dark hints
    2. the explanation was concise, even elliptical to the verge of obscurity

    Synonyms

    1. elliptical
  • (of a leaf shape) in the form of an ellipse (adjective)

See definition of elliptic in Merriam Webster