adj
elliptic
Elliptic (adj) means Shaped like, or connected with, an ellipse.
adj
1
Shaped like, or connected with, an ellipse.
"In this chapter, the history of solving elliptic problems by direct marching methods is reviewed."
— Patrick J. Roache, Elliptic Marching Methods and Domain Decomposition (1995)
2
Belonging to a branch of mathematics that grew out of working out the length of the curve around an ellipse.
3
Having values that meet a mathematical condition similar to the one that shapes an ellipse.
"elliptic partial differential equation"
4
Oval in shape, with a rounded end rather than a pointed one.
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Etymology
Came from Ancient Greek ἐλλειπτικός (elleiptikós), from ἐλλείπω (elleípō, “I leave out, omit”); by surface analysis, formed from ellipse + -tic.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of elliptic?
"elliptic" (adj) means shaped like, or connected with, an ellipse.
What is another word for elliptic?
Other words for "elliptic" include ovoid, oviform, elliptical, prolate, ovate, oval.
What are the different meanings of elliptic?
"elliptic" has 3 main meanings: 1. Shaped like, or connected with, an ellipse; 2. Belonging to a branch of mathematics that grew out of working out the length of the curve around an ellipse; 3. Having values that meet a mathematical condition similar to the one that shapes an ellipse.
