demiglobe

/ˌdɛmɪˈɡloʊb, -ˈɡlʊb/

Definitions

1. noun

A celestial body or a region that is partially enclosed by a sphere or a globe, often referring to a world or a part of a world with its own distinct characteristics.

“The demiglobe of the underwater city was a marvel of modern engineering.”

2. adjective

Partially or mostly spherical in shape, especially referring to a world or a celestial body.

“The demiglobe of the planet was still covered in ice from the last great freeze.”

3. adverb

In a way that is partially or mostly spherical in shape.

“The spaceship flew demiglobally through the dense asteroid field.”

Synonyms

  • globule
  • hemisphere

Antonyms

  • flat
  • linear