Adjective
non-circular (not comparable)
Alternative form of noncircular.
A number of improvements to the design are now part of the "advanced tokamak" concept, which includes non-circular plasma, internal diverters and limiters, often superconducting magnets, and operate in the so-called "H-mode" island of increased stability. Source: Internet
A sphere is not equal to the form of the cutting stylus and by the time diamond needles came to the market, a whole discussion was started on the effect of circular forms moving through a non-circular cut groove. Source: Internet
Elliptical gears Two non-circular gears with the same elliptical outline, each pivoting around one focus and positioned at the proper angle, turn smoothly while maintaining contact at all times. Source: Internet
Contrary to other clubs, the clubhead has a very flat low-profile, low-loft striking face, as well as a bent shaft, non-circular grips or positional guides, depending on the model. Source: Internet
The FIM rules limited engines to four cylinders, so the NR500 had non-circular, 'race-track', cylinders, each with 8 valves and two connecting rods, in order to provide sufficient valve area to compete with the dominant two-stroke racers. Source: Internet
This simple analysis can also apply to non-circular motion if only the component of the motion which is perpendicular to the radius vector is considered. Source: Internet