napiform

adjective

na·​pi·​form ˈnā-pə-ˌfȯrm How to pronounce napiform (audio)
: globular at the top and tapering off abruptly
a napiform root

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from New Latin napiformis, from Latin nāpus "turnip" + -ifōrmis -iform — more at neep

First Known Use

circa 1841, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of napiform was circa 1841

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Cite this Entry

“Napiform.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/napiform. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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