ovoid

Meanings

• adjective

  Having the shape of an egg or almond; ovate.

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Synonyms

egg-shaped , ovate , oviform

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Rhymes

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dozed , toad , abode , mode

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Variants

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ovoid , ovoidal , ovoids

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Etymology

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From Old French ovide, from oeuf 'egg'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'ovoid' is often used in the field of biology to describe the shape of certain cells and organelles.

2. An ovoid gemstone is one that has an egg-like shape.

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Related Concepts

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1. ovate: A shape that is slightly flattened at both ends, resembling an egg.

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Culture

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In art and sculpture, an ovoid shape is often used to create a sense of balance and harmony. For example, the famous 'David' sculpture by Michelangelo has an ovoid body.

How to Memorize "ovoid"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine an egg or an almond to remember the meaning of 'ovoid'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'ovoid' with 'egg' or 'almond' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Ovoid is an egg-shaped word' to help remember its meaning.

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