Echinuliform

/ˌɛkɪˈnjuːlɪfɔːrm/ adjective

Definition

Having the shape or form of small spines or spiky projections.

Etymology

From Latin 'echinulus' (small spine) + '-form' (shape), literally meaning 'shaped like small spines.'

Kelly Says

Echinuliform structures pop up everywhere in nature from microscopic radiolarian skeletons to the intricate branching patterns of certain corals—it's a design pattern evolution loves!

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