cone

/kˈə‍ʊn/

/ˈkoʊn/

Cone

(geometry) a three dimensional shape with a circular base that rises to a single point

synonyms : cone shape

a hollow or solid object with a circular base that rises to a single point

a visual receptor cell in the retina that is sensitive to bright light and to color

synonyms : cone cell

cone-shaped mass of ovule- or spore-bearing scales or bracts

synonyms : strobile

to cone

MAIN VERB

make cone-shaped

Examples

1. I accidentally dropped my ice cream cone on the ground, and it melted.

2. It took patience and precision to crack open the tough shell of the single-leaf pinyon pine cone.

3. 'comb' turns to 'cone'.

4. Cone is the best part.