adjective
globular
GLAH-byuh-lur/ˈɡlɑːbjələr/
Shaped like a sphere or rounded mass.
The clay beads have smooth, globular shapes like tiny balls.
Etymology
Globus supplies the image of a round mass or ball, and the ending makes that image descriptive. Something globular has a spherical, compact form.
In context
droplets of water can solidify on the leading edges of an aircraft without losing their globular or spherical shape
More examples
- She chooses a globular vase for the dining table.
- Small, globular droplets of oil float on the soup.
- The lamp's globular shade casts a soft light.
Forms
globular
globule noun — A small drop or rounded mass.