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länglich

elongated

adjective LENG-likh Rare

Also means

oblong

Usage Note

länglich describes a shape longer than it is wide, like a leaf or a loaf. From lang plus the approximating -lich. Often paired with oval: eine längliche Form.

Examples

"Die Frucht hat eine längliche, leicht gebogene Form."

Natural Translation

The fruit has an elongated, slightly curved shape.

Literal Translation

The fruit has an elongated, slightly curved shape.

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