sphere
Translation
sphere, ball, domain, field
Examples
The Earth is a sphere.
The Earth is a sphere.
That is outside my sphere of influence.
That is outside my sphere of influence.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a round solid figure A basketball is a type of sphere.
((noun)) of ((sth.)) an area of activity or interest This issue is in the political sphere.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ball, globe (for shape); domain, field (for influence)
Etymology
From Greek 'sphaira', meaning 'globe, ball'.
Memory Tips
The 'atmosphere' is a sphere of air around the Earth. Link the two words.