1. Having the equatorial diameter greater than the polar diameter; being flattened at the poles
   "The oblate planet rotated rapidly on its axis";
   - pumpkin-shaped

1. A lay person dedicated to religious work or the religious life
   "The oblate volunteered at the monastery, assisting with daily tasks"

Derived forms: oblates

See also: rounded

Type of: religious person

Antonym: prolate

Encyclopedia: Oblate