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fusiform

Syllabification: (fu·si·form)
Pronunciation: /ˈfyo͞ozəˌfôrm/

Definition of fusiform

adjective

Botany & Zoology
  • tapering at both ends; spindle-shaped.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from Latin fusus 'spindle' + -iform

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