Definition

A measurement that shows how much an object deviates from being perfectly circular, often used to describe shapes that are oval or nearly elliptical.

Example

The ovality of the egg was measured to ensure it met the standards for grading.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the ovality of different sports balls?

Not really, but I guess it makes sense since they all have different shapes.

Yeah, like a football is more elongated than a basketball, right?

Exactly! The ovality affects how they move and bounce.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ovality → It is formed from "oval" (from Latin "ovalis", meaning egg-shaped) and "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "ovality" refers to the state or condition of being oval or egg-shaped.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'oval' which describes a shape like an egg, and remember that 'ovality' means the condition of being that shape.

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