1. a three-dimensional shape that is nearly spherical but slightly flattened or elongated
Usage: geometry; technical

1. having the shape of a spheroid; nearly spherical
Usage: technical

Examples

• The Earth is actually a spheroid, not a perfect sphere.
• The planet’s spheroid shape results from its rotation.
• Scientists measured the spheroid dimensions of the asteroid.
• The rugby ball has a spheroid form.
• The spheroid object rolled unevenly down the hill.
• Geographers study the Earth’s spheroid properties.