araneiformia

/ˌærənaɪˈfɔːrmɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of glacial feature resembling a spider, typically formed by the flow of ice and snow.

“The researchers studied the araneiformia patterns on the Martian surface.”

2. adjective

Describing or relating to a glacial feature resembling a spider.

“The araneiformia terrain was a striking feature of the planet’s geology.”

Synonyms

  • glacial feature
  • spider-like

Antonyms

  • featureless
  • smooth