calyciform

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Etymology

From Latin calyx, calycis (calyx) + -form.

Adjective

calyciform (comparative more calyciform, superlative most calyciform)

  1. (botany) Having the form or appearance of a calyx.
    calyciform cell
    calyciform nerve endings
    calyciform papilla

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