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Oblong
01
a rectangular figure that has unequal adjacent sides with arched angles, round-edged rectangle
Examples
The rug in the living room was an attractive oblong with intricate patterns.
She decided to buy an elegant oblong dining table to fit the shape of her dining room.
oblong
01
having an elongated shape as an oval
Examples
The dining table had an oblong shape, comfortably seating a large number of guests.
The oblong mirror on the wall added depth to the room and made it look more spacious.
02
(of a leaf shape) having an elongated form with nearly parallel sides and rounded ends
Examples
The plant 's oblong leaves grew in pairs along the stem.
She identified the species by its smooth, oblong foliage.
