squamiform

[ skwey-muh-fawrm ]

adjective

1. shaped like a scale.

squamiform

/ ˈskweɪmɪˌfɔːm /

adjective

1. biology resembling a scale

   squamiform cells

Word History and Origins

Origin of squamiform¹

First recorded in 1820–30; squam- + -i- + -form

Example Sentences

Squamiform, shaped like a scale.

From Project Gutenberg

Squamiform: having a scale-like form.

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Applying this test to the known species of Galathea, we perceive that the structure of the integument upon the arms, independent of the marginal spines, exhibits a squamiform appearance, but that the scales, which characterise the structure, possess features peculiar to each species.

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The Lagerstræmia has petals none, or minute squamiform.

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