Definition

Having a shape that resembles a paraboloid, which is a three-dimensional surface formed by rotating a parabola around its axis.

Example

The satellite dish has a paraboloidal shape that helps focus signals.

Conversation

Have you seen that new sculpture in the park?

Yeah, it's really interesting! I love its paraboloidal shape.

I didn't expect it to look so unique from different angles.

Exactly, it really stands out among the other sculptures!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Paraboloidal → It is formed from "parabola" (from Greek "parabolē", meaning comparison or application) and the suffix "-oidal" (from Greek "-oeides", meaning resembling or having the shape of). The word "paraboloidal" refers to something that has the shape or characteristics of a parabola.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'parabola' as a specific curve, and remember that 'paraboloidal' describes something that resembles that curve.

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