kegelförmig

cone-shaped, conical

adjective KAY-gel-foer-mikh Rare

Usage Note

Kegelförmig describes an object tapering to a point from a circular base. Used of mountain peaks, rooftops, hats, and natural formations. The related noun Kegel also means bowling pin.

Examples

"Der kegelförmige Gipfel des Vulkans war bereits mit Schnee bedeckt."

Natural Translation

The conical peak of the volcano was already covered with snow.

Literal Translation

The cone-shaped summit of the volcano was already covered with snow.

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