scutiform

American

[skyoo-tuh-fawrm] / ˈskyu təˌfɔrm /

Also scutelliform

adjective

being in the shape of a shield; shield-shaped.

scutiform British

/ ˈskjuːtɪˌfɔːm /

adjective

(esp of plant parts) shaped like a shield

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Etymology

Origin of scutiform

From the New Latin word scūtiformis, dating back to 1650–60. See scutum, -i-, -form

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