piliform

American

[pil-uh-fawrm] / ˈpɪl əˌfɔrm /

adjective

having the form of a hair; resembling hair.

piliform British

/ ˈpɪlɪˌfɔːm /

adjective

botany resembling a long hair

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Etymology

Origin of piliform

From the New Latin word piliformis, dating back to 1820–30. See pili-, -form

Example Sentences

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Piliform, pil′i-form, adj. slender as a hair.—adjs.

From Project Gutenberg

The back and sides of the head are covered with downy feathers of a silky brown and silvery gray, and the front of the neck with piliform feathers of a ruddy brown.

From Project Gutenberg

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