homeoidal

/həʊmiːɒɪdəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or having the form of a homeoid, especially having a shape that resembles a sphere or a spheroid but has a flat base or bottom

“The geologist described the rock formation as homeoidal in shape.”

2. noun

a shape resembling a homeoid

“The artist created a sculpture with a homeoidal design.”

Synonyms

  • ellipsoidal
  • spheroidal

Antonyms

  • cylindrical
  • rectangular