globular

adjective

glob·​u·​lar ˈglä-byə-lər 

 sense 1b is also  ˈglō-

1

a(1)

: having the shape of a globe or globule

(2)

: composed of compactly folded polypeptide chains arranged in a spherical form

globular proteins

b

: global

2

: having or consisting of globules

Synonyms

• global
• round
• spherical

Examples of globular in a Sentence

the globular streetlights give the pedestrian mall a Gay Nineties look

Recent Examples on the Web

But the hint of a Jennifer Jason Leigh in Single White Female-type in Matt’s large, globular eyes soon becomes unequivocal. —David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019

Its single, blue-gray, globular stem may produce a big white flower in early summer. —Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2025

Moreover, it was found that most of the fungi linked to fermentation were found in a specific type of pot, the globular jar. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024

But the hint of a Jennifer Jason Leigh in Single White Female-type in Matt’s large, globular eyes soon becomes unequivocal. —David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019

Word History

Etymology

partly from Latin globus + English -ular; partly from Latin globulus + English -ar

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

Phrases Containing globular

• globular cluster

Rhymes for globular

• lobular
• interlobular

Medical Definition

globular

adjective

glob·​u·​lar ˈgläb-yə-lər 

1

a

: having the shape of a globe or globule

b

: composed of compactly folded polypeptide chains arranged in a spherical form

globular proteins

2

: having or consisting of globules

globularly

-lē 

adverb