cheliform

[kee-luh-fawrm, kel-uh-] /ˈki ləˌfɔrm, ˈkɛl ə-/

Word Origin

adjective

shaped like a chela.

Origin of cheliform

1790-1800

First recorded in 1790-1800; cheli- + -form

Related forms

subcheliform, adjective

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Galathea strigosa is peculiar for the spinous character of the carapace and cheliform legs.

Journal of the Proceedings of the Linnean Society - Vol. 3 Various
Palpi four: anterior pair pediform, cheliform, or unguiculate; posterior pediform.

An Introduction to Entomology: Vol. IV (of 4) William Kirby

British Dictionary definitions for cheliform

cheliform

/ˈkiːlɪˌfɔːm/

adjective

shaped like a chela; pincer-like

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