sphe
roid
Plural
spheroids
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(geometry) a round 3D shape like a ball that is slightly flattened at the top and bottom points
- The Earth is not quite a sphere but is better described as an oblate spheroid flattened at the poles.
- Molten glass is spun at high speeds to form finely detailed scientific spheroids with uses as laboratory vessels or decorative art pieces.
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