Globuliform

/ɡlɑbjəˈlɪfɔrm/ adjective

Definition

Having the shape or form of a globule; round and small like a tiny sphere.

Etymology

Combines 'globule' with Latin '-form' (meaning shape or form), creating a descriptive adjective for anything shaped like a small round particle.

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Scientists studying how water beads up on lotus leaves discovered globuliform water droplets that roll off like tiny pearls—nature's self-cleaning solution that inspired nano-coating technology!

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