Conic/ˈkɑːnɪk/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Visual Imagery Conic often invokes a visual image of something tapered to a point. The lampshade had a conic design that narrowed towards the top. Pro Tip 2/3Physical Objects Conic describes real-life objects that have a conical shape, not just theoretical ideas. We organized the party hats into a conic display. Pro Tip 3/33D Perspective Consider 'conic' for objects that are three-dimensional, not just flat surfaces or two-dimensional. The conic flask funneled the liquids effectively.