Semielliptical
noun, Geometry.
1.
a half ellipse, usually one containing both ends of the major axis.
semielliptical
/ˌsɛmɪɪˈlɪptɪkəl/
adjective
1.
shaped like one half of an ellipse, esp one divided along the major axis
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