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fusiform

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Fusiform (adj) means Shaped like a spindle: rounded in cross-section and narrowing towards each end.

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Shaped like a spindle: rounded in cross-section and narrowing towards each end.

"Fusobacteria are fusiform bacilli (spindled rods)."

"Acorns come in spherical and fusiform varieties."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from Latin fusus (“spindle”) and -iform.

Rhymes for fusiform

uniform cuneiform

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What is the meaning of fusiform?

"fusiform" (adj) means shaped like a spindle: rounded in cross-section and narrowing towards each end.

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