cylindrical

adjective

cy·​lin·​dri·​cal sə-ˈlin-dri-kəl 

variants or less commonly cylindric

sə-ˈlin-drik 

: relating to or having the form or properties of a cylinder

cylindrically

sə-ˈlin-dri-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of cylindrical in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Contributing to that very impressive range is the new cylindrical cell battery pack, which uses a cell-to-body approach that maximizes energy density, along with the aforementioned new sixth-gen motors. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 30 Sep. 2026

The new cylindrical cells provide a 20 percent increase in energy density compared to the prismatic cells used in the Gen5 batteries. — Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 29 Sep. 2026

Its signature cylindrical design beams balanced 360-degree sound so everyone in the room or around the campfire gets a front-row listening experience. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026

Jewel-case clutches, basket bags, vanity cases and new cylindrical bag silhouettes were displayed alongside kitten heels, pumps and sandals designed for a stroll along the Mediterranean. — Katie Abel, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cylindrical

• cylindrical coordinate

Rhymes for cylindrical

• subcylindrical