sphere

🇺🇸 /sfɪr/ 🇬🇧 /sfɪə(r)/
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noun
C1

A perfectly round 3D shape where every point on the surface is the same distance from the center

A ball is a good example of a sphere shape.

R

Any round object like a ball

Children often play with a sphere made of rubber.

C1

An area of activity, influence, or interest

Her work falls within the sphere of education.

R

A layer surrounding a planet

The atmosphere is a sphere that surrounds our planet.

translation

n. A perfectly round 3D shape where every point on the surface is the same distance from the center; Any round object like a ball; An area of activity, influence, or interest; A layer surrounding a planet

Word Forms

Plural spheres