Meaning of "obconical" in English

The term "obconical" is an adjective used to describe a shape that is conical but inverted, with the apex pointing downwards. This term often applies to botanical descriptions, particularly in the classification of fruits and certain plant structures that taper towards the base rather than the top. The shape resembles an inverted cone, wider at the top and tapering down to a narrower base, which is opposite to the typical cone structure. This unique shape can be helpful in various scientific and horticultural contexts for describing specific plant forms.

Meaning of "obconique" in French

The French word "obconique" similarly describes a geometrical or natural form that takes the shape of an inverted cone. Predominantly used in botanical and scientific contexts, it refers to objects or organic structures that are wider at the top, gradually narrowing towards the base. In botanical contexts, "obconique" can describe the shape of flower buds, fruits, or leaves with this reverse tapering structure, commonly seen in certain species. The term helps botanists and horticulturists accurately identify and describe plant features.

Pronunciation of "obconical" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ɒbˈkɒnɪkəl/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "obconical" is generally consistent across English-speaking regions, but there might be slight variations in accent, with a softer or slightly elongated vowel sound in some dialects.

Pronunciation of "obconique" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɔb.kɔ.nik/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "obconique" remains fairly uniform across French-speaking areas, although regional accents may slightly alter vowel emphasis, as seen with softer pronunciations in regions with distinct dialects.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The obconical shape of the fruit was unusual and intriguing. (La forme obconique du fruit était inhabituelle et intrigante.)
  2. Botanists noted the obconical flower buds on the new species. (Les botanistes ont noté les boutons floraux obconiques sur la nouvelle espèce.)
  3. The vase had an artistic obconical design. (Le vase avait un design artistique obconique.)
  4. In this plant, the obconical leaves made an interesting pattern. (Dans cette plante, les feuilles obconiques formaient un motif intéressant.)
  5. The scientist described the fungus as having an obconical appearance. (Le scientifique a décrit le champignon comme ayant une apparence obconique.)
  6. The pot was crafted in an obconical form to accommodate the plant's roots. (Le pot a été conçu en forme obconique pour accueillir les racines de la plante.)
  7. Architects admired the unique obconical structure of the tower. (Les architectes admiraient la structure obconique unique de la tour.)
  8. The seeds were encased in an obconical pod. (Les graines étaient enfermées dans une cosse obconique.)
  9. Her sculpture featured an abstract, obconical silhouette. (Sa sculpture présentait une silhouette abstraite et obconique.)
  10. The carapace of the animal had an obconical shape for streamlined movement. (La carapace de l'animal avait une forme obconique pour un mouvement profilé.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "obconical" in English

Synonyms: conical, inverted, tapering, funnel-shaped, reverse.

Antonyms: cylindrical, linear, solid, upright, cube-shaped.

Similar Words: conoid, pyramidal, spire-shaped, funnel-like, taper.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "obconique" in French

Synonyms: conique, inversé, en entonnoir, effilé, pyramidoïde.

Antonyms: cylindrique, linéaire, solide, droit, cubique.

Similar Words: conoïde, pyramidal, en forme de spirale, semblable à un entonnoir, réduction.

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