cylindrical
adjective
cy·lin·dri·cal
sə-ˈlin-dri-kəl 
variants
or less commonly cylindric
: relating to or having the form or properties of a cylinder
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The spindles offer a refined approach to a traditional silhouette and contrast nicely with the square legs that turn cylindrical.
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Roulette Crossbody Bag The Roulette bag brings a unique twist to an otherwise timeless classic with a bold, cylindrical silhouette.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
Some species, including certain primates such as humans and great apes, have a long, cylindrical appendix.
—Lilia Goncharova, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Based on the cutter size, the cylindrical biscuits spread at the top a bit and others only spread at the base.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Roulette Crossbody Bag The Roulette bag brings a unique twist to an otherwise timeless classic with a bold, cylindrical silhouette.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
Some species, including certain primates such as humans and great apes, have a long, cylindrical appendix.
—Lilia Goncharova, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Based on the cutter size, the cylindrical biscuits spread at the top a bit and others only spread at the base.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for cylindrical
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“Cylindrical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cylindrical. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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