Bulbous (adjective)

Having a rounded, swelling shape like a bulb.

Origin:

From the latin word 'bulbus' meaning 'swelling, bulb'.

Examples:

  1. The elephant had a large, bulbous nose.
  2. The artist created a sculpture with a bulbous base and a narrow top.
  3. The chef used a bulbous knife to mince the garlic.
  4. The plant had a bulbous root system that stored water and nutrients.
  5. The bulbous shape of the ship made it more stable in rough waters.
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