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falciform

Pronunciation: /ˈfalsɪfɔːm/

Definition of falciform

adjective

Anatomy & Zoology
  • curved like a sickle; hooked:the falciform ligament

Origin:

mid 18th century: from Latin falx, falc- 'sickle' + -iform

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