OVAL | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word OVAL in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of OVAL with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Oval

Speech Type: Adjective

Etymology:

mid 16th century: from French, or modern Latin ovalis, from Latin ovum ‘egg’

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈəʊvl
Dialects: British English
Definition:

having a rounded and slightly elongated outline or shape like that of an egg

Short Definition:

egg-shaped

Examples:
  • her smooth oval face

Word: Oval

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈəʊvl
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a body, object, or design with an oval shape or outline

Short Definition:

egg-shaped thing

Examples:
  • cut out two small ovals from the felt

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