1. not having the shape of a sphere; not spherical
Usage: technical; scientific

Examples

• The nonspherical shape of the asteroid made it difficult to predict its rotation.
• Scientists studied the nonspherical particles under the microscope.
• The planet’s nonspherical form was caused by its rapid rotation.
• Engineers designed a nonspherical lens to correct optical distortion.
• The nonspherical geometry of the molecule affected its chemical properties.
• Researchers analyzed the nonspherical droplets in the experiment.