as in rounded
resembling a bulb in roundness often in an unattractive way
a big, bulbous nose
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Recent Examples of bulbous
Depending on sun, shade, and mood, meals can be taken in different locations—in the main lodge, on a private veranda, or between the bulbous trunks of baobabs.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
In the spring, summer and fall, travelers flock to Utah’s Canyon Country for the rich red canyons, arches and bulbous rock formations found in the area’s two national parks, national monuments, state parks and recreation areas.
—Alex Temblador, USA Today, 18 Nov. 2025
The black marine mammals with bulbous heads primarily feed on the cephalopods and some small amounts of fish.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2025
Designed by Hydro Tec, the modern, muscular exterior is characterized by a sturdy steel displacement hull, a distinctive bulbous bow, and a lightweight aluminum superstructure.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
In the spring, summer and fall, travelers flock to Utah’s Canyon Country for the rich red canyons, arches and bulbous rock formations found in the area’s two national parks, national monuments, state parks and recreation areas.
—Alex Temblador, USA Today, 18 Nov. 2025
The black marine mammals with bulbous heads primarily feed on the cephalopods and some small amounts of fish.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2025
Designed by Hydro Tec, the modern, muscular exterior is characterized by a sturdy steel displacement hull, a distinctive bulbous bow, and a lightweight aluminum superstructure.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bulbous
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Fiddle-leaf figs, with their bold, rounded leaves, pair beautifully with round motifs, while palms, with their slender, whispery fronds, are perfect for accenting more delicate or intricate prints.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
20 Feb. 2026
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The school in question is a brand-new one, a passion project founded by progressive educators Miss Pirie (Nicholson) and Miss Woods (Dunne), with the intention of providing young women with the well-rounded education largely deemed unnecessary for them by the authorities.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The 6-foot Paul recorded a triple-double with 21 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists in a 65-35 win against San Jacinto Leadership Academy in a Division 7 first round game.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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The most popular shape is round (26 percent), followed by oval (25 percent).—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Bulbous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bulbous. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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