cuplike

adjective

Definition of cuplikenext
as in crescentic

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  1. hollow
  2. alveolar
  3. concave
  4. cavernous
  5. recurved
  6. cupped
Adjective
  • Along with the heavy-duty foundation raft, the tower consisted of a hollow concrete core running the complete height of the building, tapering from 35 ft (11 m) at the base to 22 ft (7 m) at the top, with a corresponding thinning of the core walls.
    — David Szondy August 01, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026
  • That sounds hollow when women’s basketball players are leading the largest college-athlete union campaign yet.
    — Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of hollow
Adjective
  • The cause was a rare and aggressive cancer of the soft tissue, alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, according to the organizers of an online funding appeal.
    — Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Rhabdomyosarcoma is more common in children but can occur in adults, according to the American Cancer Society, and alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma typically affects all age groups equally.
    — Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Definition of alveolar
Adjective
  • These heavy bobbers feature a concave head that looks identical to a popper.
    — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 23 July 2026
  • Their concave shapes and generous size are perfect vessels for all kinds of fillings, from a rich, hearty meat ragù to lighter combinations like ricotta and seasonal vegetables.
    — Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Definition of concave
Adjective
  • There wasn't even money to demolish the building, so the rivers of humanity who once flowed through the grand space were replaced by voyeurs from the world come to gawk at its cavernous shell.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • Each track uses minimalist gestures to suggest cavernous inner dimensions.
    — H.D. Angel, Pitchfork, 27 July 2026
Definition of cavernous
Adjective
  • The white petals have gently recurved tips, giving them a delicate appearance.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Jordan competes in the recurved bow category, which has limbs at the top and bottom of the bow that curve away from the archer.
    — Claire Osborn, Austin American-Statesman, 29 July 2024
Definition of recurved
Adjective
  • New leaves become cupped and turn pale green, the leaf edges turn yellow, and the undersides of the leaves may turn purplish.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 July 2026
  • Not only does the material ensure comfort and support, but the unique design, with thick straps that curve to the exact shape of my arches and a cupped heel, creates a glove-like fit that hugs my feet.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Definition of cupped
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