Dictionary Check: elliptic

"elliptic" is a valid word!

Scrabble 12 points
Words with Friends 16 points

Definition

adjective

(of a leaf shape) in the form of an ellipse

adjective

rounded like an egg

adjective

characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements

Example: "the dialogue is elliptic and full of dark hints"
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