adj
conical
Conical (adj) means of or relating to a cone or cones.
adj
1
Of or relating to a cone or cones.
2
Shaped like a cone.
3
Describing a map projection in which meridians are mapped to equally spaced lines radiating out from the apex and parallels of latitude are mapped to circular arcs centred on the apex.
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Etymology
From conic + -al.
Rhymes for conical
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What is the meaning of conical?
"conical" (adj) means of or relating to a cone or cones.
What are the different meanings of conical?
"conical" has 3 main meanings: 1. Of or relating to a cone or cones; 2. Shaped like a cone; 3. Describing a map projection in which meridians are mapped to equally spaced lines radiating out from the apex and parallels of latitude are mapped to circular arcs centred on the apex.