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cribriform

Syllabification: (crib·ri·form)
Pronunciation: /ˈkribrəˌfôrm/
Definition of cribriform

adjective

Anatomy
  • denoting an anatomical structure that is pierced by numerous small holes, in particular the plate of the ethmoid bone through which the olfactory nerves pass.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from Latin cribrum 'sieve' + -iform

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