bursiform

[bur-suh-fawrm]

adjective

Anatomy, Zoology.

1. pouch-shaped; saccate.

bursiform

/ ˈbɜːsɪˌfɔːm /

adjective

1. shaped like a pouch or sac

Word History and Origins

Origin of bursiform¹

From the New Latin word bursiformis, dating back to 1830–40. See bursa, -i-, -form

Word History and Origins

Origin of bursiform¹

C19: from Latin bursa bag + _-form

Example Sentences

Bursic′ulate, bursiform: resembling a small pouch, or provided with such; Burs′iform, pouch-shaped.

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