cylindrical
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //səˈɫɪndɹɪkəɫ// UK //sɪlˈɪndɹɪkəl// cylin·dri·cal
adj. having the shape of a cylinder — round on the sides and flat on the top and bottom. You use this word to describe objects like cans, pipes, or tanks.
adj. having the form of a cylinder; characterized by a circular cross-section and parallel sides. Typically used attributively before a noun.
The water tank is cylindrical and made of steel.
The engineer designed a cylindrical container to hold the liquid safely during transport.
The architect chose a cylindrical structure for the museum, allowing for unobstructed views and efficient use of interior space.
From Latin cylindricus + -al. By surface analysis, cylinder + -ical.