elliptic Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite (of a leaf shape) in the form of an ellipse
  2. adjective satellite rounded like an egg
    oval-shaped; prolate; ovate; ovoid; elliptical; oval; egg-shaped; oviform.
  3. adjective satellite characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements
    elliptical.
    • the dialogue is elliptic and full of dark hints
    • the explanation was concise, even elliptical to the verge of obscurity"- H.O.Taylor

WordNet

El*lip"tic, El*lip"tic*al adjective (Also<
  • Elliptic
  • Elliptical
)
Etymology
Gr. : cf. F. elliptique. See Ellipsis.
Definitions
  1. Of or pertaining to an ellipse; having the form of an ellipse; oblong, with rounded ends.
    The planets move in elliptic orbits. Cheyne.
  2. Having a part omitted; as, an elliptical phrase.

Webster 1913