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Definition of Filiform
1. Adjective. Thin in diameter; resembling a thread.
Exact synonyms: Filamentlike, Filamentous, Threadlike, Thready
Similar to: Thin
Derivative terms: Filament, Thread
Similar to: Thin
Derivative terms: Filament, Thread
Definition of Filiform
1. a. Having the shape of a thread or filament; as, the filiform papillæ of the tongue; a filiform style or peduncle. See Illust. of AntennÆ.
Definition of Filiform
1. Adjective. Shaped like or resembling a thread or filament; filamentous. ¹
2. Adjective. Having all component parts or segments cylindrical and more or less uniform in size. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Filiform
1. shaped like a filament [adj]
Medical Definition of Filiform
1. Thread-like. (09 Oct 1997)