1. having the shape of a hemisphere; shaped like half of a sphere
2. relating to or affecting one hemisphere of the brain or earth
Usage: medical, geographical

Examples

• The dome of the building has a hemispherical shape.
• The astronaut's helmet featured a hemispherical visor.
• A hemispherical brain injury can affect movement on one side of the body.
• The hemispherical distribution of continents differs between the Northern and Southern hemispheres.
• The bowl has a hemispherical design that holds liquid evenly.
• Hemispherical domes are common in classical architecture.