cylindrical

adjective

cy·​lin·​dri·​cal sə-ˈlin-dri-kəl 

variants or less commonly cylindric

sə-ˈlin-drik 

: relating to or having the form or properties of a cylinder

cylindrically

sə-ˈlin-dri-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of cylindrical in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Built for a client focused on results rather than polish by Nick Maselli, the robot—named Sourccey—features a cylindrical, mobile body with a domed top, two articulated arms, and a central vertical lift for handling garments. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026

For the initial project, the companies will show how much active battery their 3D material can pack into the same modular space that holds 48 cylindrical cells in an existing drone. —IEEE Spectrum, 3 Feb. 2026

The cylindrical, not conical hand rolls range from $8 to $12, and include vegetarian options. —Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 31 Jan. 2026

The new system has users download the PureGym app and scan a QR code in order to pass through cylindrical plexiglass doors and enter the gym. —Katherine Moynihan, CBS News, 14 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cylindrical

• cylindrical coordinate

Rhymes for cylindrical

• subcylindrical