palpiform

English

Etymology

From palpus +‎ -iform. Compare French palpiforme.

Adjective

palpiform (comparative more palpiform, superlative most palpiform)

  1. (archaic, entomology) Having the form of a palpus.
    palpiform appendages
    palpiform joint
    palpiform proboscis

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