A spheroidal structure is occasionally met with amongst some igneous rocks.
"Geology"
James Geikie
A liquid held up in this manner above a hot surface is said to be in the spheroidal state, to distinguish it from the flat state usually assumed by spreading when contact occurs between the liquid and the surface.
"Liquid Drops and Globules, their Formation and Movements"
Chas. R. Darling
It is doubtful whether any satisfactory explanation of the spheroidal state has ever been given.
"Liquid Drops and Globules, their Formation and Movements"
Chas. R. Darling