operculiform

English

Etymology

From Latin operculum (“a cover”) + -form. Compare French operculiforme.

Adjective

operculiform (comparative more operculiform, superlative most operculiform)

  1. (botany, zoology) Having the form of a lid or cover.
    operculiform appendage
    operculiform ring

References

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