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spherical

Main Entry: spher·i·cal

Pronunciation: \ˈsfir-i-kəl, ˈsfer-\

Function: adjective

Date: 15th century

1 : having the form of a sphere or of one of its segments
2 : relating to or dealing with a sphere or its properties

— spher·i·cal·ly \-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

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