Tubular

/ˈtjuːbjʊlər/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having the form or structure of a tube; cylindrical.

The tubular design of the bicycle frame allows for a lightweight yet strong construction.

Relating to or resembling a tube.

The artist created a sculptural piece that features tubular elements made from metal.

Of or relating to a tube or tubular structure.

The researchers studied the tubular structures found in the human lungs for their unique properties.

From the Latin 'tubulus,' diminutive of 'tuber' meaning 'trunk' or 'swelling.'

tubular bell:

A musical instrument consisting of a set of tuned metal tubes.

tubular structure:

A structure that has a tube-like shape.

Cool or awesome.

That skateboard trick was totally tubular!

Great or impressive.

You should check out that tubular new game.