concave

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The digital replica shows that some of the boilers are concave, which suggests they were still operating as they were plunged into the water.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2025

It only uses 1.0 gpf, with the help of two strong jets concealed in a concave rim beneath the seat that create a strong swirl during the flush.

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2025

An actor playing an ancient Greek priestess holds a silver torch containing highly combustible materials over a concave mirror.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 15, 2024

It was a little bit concave, like a bowl.

From Science Daily • Dec. 7, 2023

Only his brain moved, wet and heavy against the contours of his skull, favoring curvatures of bone and concave niches.

From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko