polypous

American  

[pol-uh-puhs] / ˈpɒl ə pəs /

adjective

1. polypoid.

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Etymology

Origin of polypous

First recorded in 1740–50; polyp + -ous

Example Sentences

And the waters in turn also change; seaweeds are transformed to herbs, forests of coral give place to forests of trees, polypous life changes to vegetation.

From Concerning Lafcadio Hearn With a Bibliography by Laura Stedman by Gould, George M. (George Milbrey)

He did not observe Vertigo, who stood in the air behind him, trying to lay hold of him with his outstretched polypous arms.

From Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen by Andersen, H. C. (Hans Christian)

Fibrinous coagula and polypous concretions may be found in the cavities of the heart.

From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.

These polypous productions obstruct the passage of the air, and more or less impede the breathing.

From The Dog by Youatt, William