Elliptical — synonyms, definition

1. elliptical (a)

oval-shaped

2. elliptical (Adjective)

egg-shaped elliptic oval ovate oviform ovoid prolate

elliptical (Adjective) — Rounded like an egg. ex. "I think the elliptical bodies may probably turn out to be eggs of some small animals"

elliptical (Adjective) — Characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements. ex. "the explanation was concise, even elliptical to the verge of obscurity"