Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bell-shaped
Adjective
/ˈbɛl ʃeɪpt/
Definition
Having the shape of a bell; wide at the top and narrow at the bottom.
Examples
- The flower has a beautiful bell-shaped appearance, making it stand out in the garden.
- Bell-shaped curves are commonly seen in statistics, particularly in normal distribution graphs.
- As the evening progressed, the soft bell-shaped silhouette of the lantern illuminated the pathway.
Meaning
This term is used to describe an object or figure that resembles the form of a bell, where it is broader at the top and tapers downwards.
Synonyms
- Goblet-shaped
- Chalice-shaped
- Cup-shaped
