Gregariniform

/ˌɡrɛɡəˈrɪnɪfɔːrm/ adjective

Definition

Having a shape or form resembling that of a gregarine protozoan.

Etymology

From gregarine plus -form (resembling or shaped like). Created to describe organisms or structures with gregarine-like morphology.

Kelly Says

The '-form' suffix lets scientists describe what things look like without needing long explanations—gregariniform instantly tells other scientists 'shaped like those parasitic protozoans.'

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