In flowcharts, the oval or ellipse is used as a terminal symbol indicating the start or end of a process. While the other shapes have different meanings in the context of flowchart elements, such as the rectangle for a process step and the diamond for a decision, the oval stands out as the universal symbol signaling the beginning or conclusion of a program.
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