globus
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- noun
- /ˈɡloʊbəs/
- The scientist observed a tiny globus forming under the microscope.
Examples
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The artist molded the clay into a perfect globus before painting it.
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He held a small globus in his hand.
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A glass globus decorated the center of the table, catching the light beautifully.
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The globus of the Earth is often used in classrooms.
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The teacher used a globus to show the students the continents of the world.
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At the science fair, she displayed a large globus that represented the solar system.
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The museum featured an ancient globus from the Renaissance period as part of its exhibit.
Synonyms
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A solid round mass of material, like yarn or clay
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A round object shaped like a ball
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7.2
A small round drop of liquid
Compounds
How Round
Surface Forms
Etymology
Globus originally meant a 'ball' or round shape in Latin, so it is used for any rounded mass or sphere. Thinking of a small ball helps remember why a glass or clay globus looks and feels round.