Bulbiform

/ˈbʌlbɪfɔːrm/ adjective

Definition

Shaped like a bulb; having the form or appearance of a bulb.

Etymology

From Latin 'bulba' (bulb) plus '-form' meaning having the shape of, a scientific descriptive term.

Kelly Says

Scientists use 'bulbiform' to describe anything round and swollen like a bulb—it's more precise than just saying 'bulb-shaped' in technical writing.

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