Spiciform
/ˈspaɪ.sɪ.fɔːrm/noun
Having the shape of a spike or slender tapering point.
Did you know?Spiciform is a scientific formation from Latin-based parts, and its ending -form shows how English often turns anatomy, botany, and geometry into almost spell-like descriptors.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
spica
“An ear of grain; a spike or pointed cluster.”
Latin
Latin
-formis
“Having the form or shape of.”
Late Modern English
English
spiciform
“Formed like a spike; tapering to a point.”
Modern English
English
spiciform
“Having the shape of a spike or slender tapering point.”