oval

adjective
UK: /ˈəʊvl/
US: /ˈoʊvl/

  1. Shaped like an egg or an ellipse, longer than it is wide.

    1. The table has an oval top, perfect for our small dining room.
    2. The artist chose an oval canvas to emphasize the subject's elongated features.

Synonyms

elliptical
oval noun

  1. A shape that is like an egg or an ellipse.

    1. Draw an oval and then add the details to complete the face.
    2. The stadium has an oval track used for running and other athletic events.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "oval" is /ˈəʊvl/ in British English and /ˈoʊvl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "oval": elliptical.

Example usage of "oval": "The table has an oval top, perfect for our small dining room.". More examples on the page.