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Adj — Shaped like a sphere; round in three dimensions.

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spherical shape spherical object

Etymology

From English "spheric" (from Latin sphaericus, from Greek σφαιρικός) plus "-al."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “spherical” mean?

The word “spherical” means shaped like a sphere; round in three dimensions. In plain terms, ball-shaped, or relating to spheres.

How do you pronounce “spherical”?

“Spherical” is pronounced SFEH-rih-kuhl (/ˈsfɛɹɪkəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “spherical” in a sentence?

Here is “spherical” used in a sentence: “The satellite dish sat inside a spherical protective housing.”

What part of speech is “spherical”?

“Spherical” is an adjective.

Where does the word “spherical” come from?

The word “spherical” comes from Latin. From English "spheric" (from Latin sphaericus, from Greek σφαιρικός) plus "-al.".

Is “spherical” a common word?

“Spherical” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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