Dec 6, 2016 · Something spherical is like a sphere in being round, or more or less round, in three dimensions. Apples and oranges are both spherical, for example, even though they're never perfectly …

spherically adverb us / ˈsfɪr·ɪk·li, ˈsfer- / (Definition of spherical from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

SPHERICAL definition: having the form of a sphere; globular. See examples of spherical used in a sentence.

The gravitational potential around a spherical mass will have the shape of a bowl, with the minimum at its centre.

Definition of spherical adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

spherical adjective Having the shape of a curve everywhere equidistant from a fixed point:

Oct 7, 2025 · Adjective spherical (comparative more spherical, superlative most spherical) (geometry) Shaped as a sphere; being a sphere.

Spherical definition: Of or relating to a sphere.

Mathematics of or pertaining to a sphere or spheres. Astronomy pertaining to the heavenly bodies, or to their supposed revolving spheres or shells. Astrology pertaining to the heavenly bodies regarded …

There are 13 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word spherical, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.