cocciform

/kɒsɪˈfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or characteristic of coccids, especially in having a rounded, seed-like shape.

“The cocciform leaves of the plant made it a popular subject in botanical art.”

2. noun

A cocciform cell or organism.

“The microscope revealed a cluster of cocciform structures on the surface of the skin.”

Synonyms

  • coccid
  • coccoid

Antonyms

  • cocci-destructive