Acariform

/əˈkærɪfɔːrm/ adjective

Definition

Having the shape, structure, or appearance of a mite or resembling mites in form.

Etymology

From Latin 'acarus' (mite) plus '-form' (from 'forma', shape), describing something that looks mite-like.

Kelly Says

Some parasites that aren't actually mites have acariform features because evolution independently created similar shapes for similar survival challenges—nature's solution to problems often looks the same across different creatures.

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