fibriform

American

[fahy-bruh-fawrm, fib-ruh-] / ˈfaɪ brəˌfɔrm, ˈfɪb rə- /

adjective

of the form of a fiber or fibers.

fibriform British

/ ˈfaɪbrɪˌfɔːm, ˈfɪb- /

adjective

having the form of a fibre or fibres

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Etymology

Origin of fibriform

First recorded in 1840–50; fibr- + -i- + -form

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While not definitely condemning, it finds that Nolan's " fibriform" treatment is essentially secret in composition, is put forward on a basis of inadequate tests, and is being commercially exploited in connection with an instrument sold only by the promoter.

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