sphere

noun
UK: /sfɪər/
US: /sfɪr/

  1. A round object like a ball.

    1. The sphere is red and shiny, a simple toy for a child.
    2. Imagine the Earth as a sphere spinning in space, full of mystery.

  2. An area of activity, interest, or expertise.

    1. My sphere is art, I love painting with watercolors.
    2. Her sphere of influence extends to international business negotiations.

Synonyms

ball globe orb area realm domain
sphere transitive-verb

  1. To encircle or surround something.

    1. Clouds sphere the mountain's peak during the monsoon season.
    2. The guards sphere the president to ensure his safety from all threats.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sphere" in English means: A round object like a ball., An area of activity, interest, or expertise..

The phonetic transcription of "sphere" is /sfɪər/ in British English and /sfɪr/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sphere": ball, globe, orb, area, realm, domain.

Example usage of "sphere": "The sphere is red and shiny, a simple toy for a child.". More examples on the page.