Ellipsoid

/ɪˈlɪpˌsɔɪd/
Noun

An ellipsoid is a three-dimensional geometric figure shaped like a stretched or compressed sphere.

The planet Earth is not a perfect sphere; it is shaped like an ellipsoid.
Visual representation of "ellipsoid" - An ellipsoid is a three-dimensional geometric figure shaped like a stretched or compressed sphere.

Often appears as...

  • semi-ellipsoid
  • ellipsoidal coordinates

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Neutral

prolate ellipsoid, oblate ellipsoid, axis of ellipsoid

Noun

In geodesy, an ellipsoid is used to represent the Earth as a geometrically simplified shape.

Cartographers often use an ellipsoid model to create accurate maps of the earth’s surface.
Visual representation of "ellipsoid" - In geodesy, an ellipsoid is used to represent the Earth as a geometrically simplified shape.

Often appears as...

  • earth ellipsoid
  • ellipsoid reference surface

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Formal

geodetic ellipsoid, datum ellipsoid

Noun

An ellipsoid is a three-dimensional geometric figure shaped like a stretched or compressed sphere.

The planet Earth is not a perfect sphere; it is shaped like an ellipsoid.
Visual representation of "ellipsoid" - An ellipsoid is a three-dimensional geometric figure shaped like a stretched or compressed sphere.

Often appears as...

  • semi-ellipsoid
  • ellipsoidal coordinates

Usage tips

Neutral

prolate ellipsoid, oblate ellipsoid, axis of ellipsoid

Noun

In geodesy, an ellipsoid is used to represent the Earth as a geometrically simplified shape.

Cartographers often use an ellipsoid model to create accurate maps of the earth’s surface.
Visual representation of "ellipsoid" - In geodesy, an ellipsoid is used to represent the Earth as a geometrically simplified shape.

Often appears as...

  • earth ellipsoid
  • ellipsoid reference surface

Usage tips

Formal

geodetic ellipsoid, datum ellipsoid

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Mathematics

Understand the concept of three-dimensional shapes

Ellipsoids are vital in various equations of spatial analysis.
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Astronomy

Relate ellipsoids to planetary shapes

Many planets and moons exhibit ellipsoidal traits due to their rotation.
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Engineering

Application in design

Ellipsoids are often used in structures requiring aerodynamic shapes.
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Mathematics

Understand the concept of three-dimensional shapes

Ellipsoids are vital in various equations of spatial analysis.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Astronomy

Relate ellipsoids to planetary shapes

Many planets and moons exhibit ellipsoidal traits due to their rotation.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Engineering

Application in design

Ellipsoids are often used in structures requiring aerodynamic shapes.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Mathematics

Understand the concept of three-dimensional shapes

Ellipsoids are vital in various equations of spatial analysis.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Astronomy

Relate ellipsoids to planetary shapes

Many planets and moons exhibit ellipsoidal traits due to their rotation.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Engineering

Application in design

Ellipsoids are often used in structures requiring aerodynamic shapes.
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