Elliptic

Synonyms of elliptic

• oval
• oblong
• ellipsoidal

Antonyms of elliptic

• round
• circular
• spherical

Collocations of elliptic

elliptic curve

Frequency: 80 %

The encryption algorithm is based on elliptic curve cryptography.

elliptic orbit

Frequency: 70 %

The satellite follows an elliptic orbit around the planet.

elliptic function

Frequency: 60 %

The mathematician studied the properties of elliptic functions.

elliptic shape

Frequency: 50 %

The artist painted an abstract piece with an elliptic shape.

elliptic integral

Frequency: 45 %

The physicist solved the problem using elliptic integrals.

Idiomatic Expressions for elliptic

• Phrase: an elliptical explanation
  Meaning: an explanation that is incomplete or lacking crucial details
  Usage: The professor gave an elliptical explanation of the theory, leaving the students confused.