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Oval

Verb / ˈəʊvʌl / Another word for oval — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having the shape of an egg that is flattened at the ends

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Common collocations

  • oval shape
  • oval office
  • oval mirror
  • oval table
  • oval face
  • oval platter
  • oval window

Word family

noun oval
adjective oval

Usage note

While 'oval' can describe any elongated, rounded shape, it is most commonly associated with the shape of an egg. The 'Oval Office' is a specific room in the White House.

Example sentences

  1. The swimming pool is oval-shaped.
  2. The football field is oval-shaped.
  3. The shape of the fish tank was oval.
  4. The mirror on the wall was oval.
  5. The egg was oval-shaped and looked different from the others.

Quotes

  • The biggest challenge of my life is trying to be a good father with a bad example. My son is a very special child, and he needs a lot of attention. I'm trying to be an oval, but I'm a square.
  • Tennis is all about mental toughness, and you have to keep your head in the game. I make time to relax away from competition pressures by playing dominoes with friends and family.
  • The oval is the perfect shape for a racetrack. The walls are round so you can't see the end. You don't know where you're going, and there's no place to hide.

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