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prolate

Syllabification: (pro·late)
Pronunciation: /ˈprōˌlāt/
Definition of prolate

adjective

Geometry
  • (of a spheroid) lengthened in the direction of a polar diameter. Often contrasted with oblate1.

Origin:

late 17th century: from Latin prolatus 'carried forward', past participle of proferre 'prolong', from pro- 'forward' + ferre 'carry'

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