tubular

adjective

tu·​bu·​lar ˈtü-byə-lər 

ˈtyü-

1

a

: having the form of or consisting of a tube

a tubular calyx

b

: made or provided with tubes

2

: of, relating to, or sounding as if produced through tubes

Examples of tubular in a Sentence

a radiator of tubular construction

Recent Examples on the Web

In the exhibition, the tubular pendants and sconces are arranged in various configurations and theatrical settings; besides brass, bronze, and silver, there are leather and suede options. —Morgan Meier, Curbed, 27 Dec. 2024

Styles seen at Louis Vuitton and The Row, meanwhile, took on more compact tubular shapes. —Alice Cary, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024

With the body mounted on the W 196 R’s tubular spaceframe chassis, the vehicle can hit a top speed of 186 mph. —Howard Walker, Robb Report, 9 Dec. 2024

The purple tubular Seussical horns of nourishment are a favourite of bees, moths, and butterflies. —New York Times Games, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1673, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

tubular

adjective

tu·​bu·​lar ˈt(y)ü-byə-lər 

1

: having the form of or consisting of a tube

2

: made or provided with tubes

Medical Definition

tubular

adjective

tu·​bu·​lar ˈt(y)ü-byə-lər 

1

: having the form of or consisting of a tube

2

: of, relating to, or sounding as if produced through a tube or tubule

tubular rales