bell shape

bell shape
noun
the shape of a bell
Syn: ↑bell, ↑campana
Derivationally related forms: ↑campanular (for: ↑campana)
Hypernyms: ↑curve, ↑curved shape

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noun
: the shape in full or in outline of vertical section of an inverted cup with flaring rim and convex crown — compare campaniform

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