vasiform

[vey-zuh-fawrm, vas-uh-]

adjective

1. having the form of a duct or tube.

2. having the shape of a vase.

Word History and Origins

Origin of vasiform¹

1825–35; < Latin vās vessel + -i- + -form

Example Sentences

The form of the sporangium in the only species is very variable, but in typical cases is vasiform, the peridial wall at the apex introverted.

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