Cuplike

/ˈkʌplaɪk/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or shaped like a cup; having the form or appearance of a cup.

Etymology

From cup + -like (suffix meaning resembling or similar to). This descriptive compound emerged in botanical and scientific English to describe structures and shapes.

Kelly Says

Biologists use 'cuplike' constantly when describing flower parts, coral structures, and fungi—it's one of those utility words that's way more useful than it sounds!

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