noun a grammatical structure that is elliptical
adjective relating to or having the form of an ellipse
In mathematics, an elliptic curve is a plane algebraic curve defined by an equation of the form y^2 = x^3 + ax + b, where a and b are constants.
In astronomy, elliptical galaxies are a type of galaxy characterized by an ellipsoidal shape.
In engineering, elliptical gears are used in machinery to transmit motion between non-intersecting axes.
In physics, elliptic functions are a class of functions that arise in the study of oscillatory phenomena.
In biology, elliptical orbits refer to the path followed by an object around a larger celestial body, such as a planet around a star.
In literature, the term 'elliptic' can be used to describe a writing style that is concise and suggestive, leaving out unnecessary details.
In psychology, 'elliptic' may refer to a type of communication that is indirect or incomplete, often used in therapy to encourage clients to fill in the gaps with their own thoughts and feelings.
In mathematics, an 'elliptic' curve is a type of curve defined by an equation of the form y^2 = x^3 + ax + b, which has applications in number theory, cryptography, and other areas of math.
In physics, 'elliptic' can refer to the motion of celestial bodies in elliptical orbits, as described by Kepler's laws of planetary motion.
In engineering, 'elliptic' may be used to describe shapes or geometries that are elliptical in nature, such as elliptical mirrors or antennas.