Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barrel-shaped
Adjective
/ˈbær.əl.ʃeɪpt/
Definition
Having the rounded, cylindrical form that resembles a barrel.
Examples
- The barrel-shaped structure of the building made it stand out in the skyline.
- Many fish species have barrel-shaped bodies that aid in swimming.
- In anatomy, some animals display barrel-shaped thoraxes which help in respiration.
Meaning
The term describes objects or beings that have a wide midsection and narrower ends, similar to the shape of a barrel used for storing liquid.
Synonyms
- cylindrical
- rounded
- tubular
- waisted
