fusiform

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Scope note

A term which can be used to describe the shape of a cell, colony, or other morphological feature.

Pronunciation

/ˈfyu zəˌfɔrm/

Part of Speech

adjective

Definition

Spindle shaped, having tapered ends.

Etymology

Latin, from  fūs(us)

fusiform
Accepted term: 16-Oct-2015