Fungiform
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfʌn.dʒɪ.fɔːm/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Fungiform is an adjective meaning Having the shape of a mushroom; especially, the archetypical such shape, suggesting a cap and stem.
Meaning
Having the shape of a mushroom; especially, the archetypical such shape, suggesting a cap and stem.
Example Sentences
the fungiform papillae of the tongue
Near-synonyms: mycomorphic, mushroom-shaped
Synonyms for fungiform
Depending on context, synonyms include mycomorphic, mushroom-shaped.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include papillae, mushroomoid, fungilliform, mushroom-shaped, floriform, urniform.
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