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Definition of ovoid

ovoid

/ˈoʊ.vɔɪd/
o · void
Plural:ovoids
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Adjective:ovoid
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ovoid Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having a rounded, three-dimensional shape that resembles an egg, typically slightly narrower at one end than the other.

Example

"The botanist examined the smooth, ovoid seeds collected from the tropical canopy."

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• noun

1

A three-dimensional solid figure or body that has a rounded, egg-like form.

Example

"The sculptor carved a polished marble ovoid as the centerpiece for the exhibition."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "oval" generally refers to a two-dimensional elongated circular plane, "ovoid" specifically describes a three-dimensional solid figure resembling an egg.

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overzealousness
oviraptor
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ovum

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 19th century from French ovoïde, formed from Latin ovum (meaning "egg") and the suffix -oid (meaning "resembling").

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ovoid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ovoid
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