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oval

Pronunciation: [oʊvəl]

Word

Learn how to use oval in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “shape”

(noun) an oval is a shape that looks like a stretched circle. It's longer in one direction but has no sharp corners, like a football or an egg.

Example

The racetrack is shaped like an oval, making it perfect for car races.

Example

A square is not an oval because it has sharp corners.

Example

Can you draw an oval shape on the board?

Context: “appearance”

(adjective) when something has the shape of an oval. It describes objects that are rounded and longer, without sharp edges.

Example

She wore an oval necklace that complemented her dress nicely.

Example

The table is not oval; it's a rectangular shape.

Example

Is the ball oval or round?

How to pronounce oval

Pronunciation: [oʊvəl]

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