# oblong

/ˈɑbɫɔŋ/ (US) · /ˈɒblɒŋ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/oblong
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a shape that is longer in one direction than the other, like a rectangle. It is a common word for things that are not perfectly round or square.

For teachers: a shape or object that is longer in one dimension than in another, typically resembling a rectangle. Often used to describe the physical dimensions of objects or the general form of a figure.

## Examples

- The table has an oblong shape.
- The architect designed the building with an oblong floor plan to maximize the amount of natural light entering the central atrium.
- The artist's signature style is characterized by the use of oblong forms, which he uses to create a sense of movement and perspective within the static canvas.

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