prolate
adjective
elongated along the polar diameter, as a spheroid generated by the revolution of an ellipse about its longer axis (opposed to oblate).
prolateness
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a word derived from
prolate.
Example Sentences
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Remember that the tidal humps were produced as the prolateness of a sphere whirled round and round a fixed centre, like a football whirled by a string.
From Pioneers of Science by Lodge, Oliver, Sir
