ELLIPTIC
Scrabble letter values: E1L1L1I1P3T1I1C3 = 12
Definition
- adjective (of a leaf shape) in the form of an ellipse.
- adjective rounded like an egg. — synonyms: egg-shaped, elliptical, oval, oval-shaped, ovate, oviform, ovoid, prolate
- adjective characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements. — synonyms: elliptical
Examples
- “the dialogue is elliptic and full of dark hints”
- “the explanation was concise, even elliptical to the verge of obscurity- H.O.Taylor”
- “Elliptic curve”