Shaped like a small head or having the form of a capitellum.
From capitellum + -form (Latin forma, 'shape'). A compound adjective meaning 'head-shaped' or 'resembling a small head.'
Scientists coined this term to describe things that are head-shaped but smaller than the full 'capitate' form. It's a perfect example of how Latin word parts combine to create ultra-precise scientific vocabulary!
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