libriform

/ˌlɪbrəˈfɔrm, -ˈfɜːrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

Of or relating to wood fibers that are parallel to the grain, typical of the secondary xylem of dicotyledonous trees.

“The libriform fibers in the tree’s wood provided exceptional strength and durability.”

2. noun

A type of wood fiber that is parallel to the grain.

“The presence of libriform fibers in the wood sample indicated its high quality.”

Synonyms

  • collapsible
  • parallel

Antonyms

  • crosswise
  • perpendicular