adj
oblong
Oblong (adj) means having a length and width that are different; not square or circular.
adj
1
Having a length and width that are different; not square or circular.
2
Roughly rectangular or elliptical.
3
Having the horizontal axis of a page longer than the vertical; In landscape orientation.
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Etymology
From Middle English oblong, oblonge, borrowed from Latin oblongus.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of oblong?
"oblong" (adj) means having a length and width that are different; not square or circular.
What are the different meanings of oblong?
"oblong" has 3 main meanings: 1. Having a length and width that are different; not square or circular; 2. Roughly rectangular or elliptical; 3. Having the horizontal axis of a page longer than the vertical; In landscape orientation.