fungiform Meaning & Definition
/ˈfʌn.dʒɪ.fɔːm/
What Does Fungiform Mean?
Fungiform is an adjective that means Having the shape of a mushroom; especially, the archetypical such shape, suggesting a cap and stem.
Quick Facts About Fungiform
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈfʌn.dʒɪ.fɔːm/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Comparative / superlative | more fungiform, most fungiform |
Fungiform Definition (Adjective)
- Having the shape of a mushroom; especially, the archetypical such shape, suggesting a cap and stem.
the fungiform papillae of the tongue
Adjective
- Having the shape of a mushroom.
the fungiform papillae on the tongue
Synonyms of Fungiform
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Fungiform synonyms and antonyms →Fungiform in a Sentence
the fungiform papillae of the tongue
the fungiform papillae on the tongue
Word Forms & Grammar
fungiform (comparative more fungiform, superlative most fungiform)
Origin of Fungiform
From fungi- + -form.
How to Pronounce Fungiform
Fungiform is pronounced /ˈfʌn.dʒɪ.fɔːm/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (fʌn).