multifid

/mʌltɪfɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having many ridges or folds; particularly, in anatomy, having many small ridges or a complex fold

“The multifid ligament was an essential part of the anatomical study.”

2. adjective

Having multiple lobes or branching in a tree-like manner

“The multifid vein in the brain was found to be highly complex.”

3. noun

A fold or ridge, especially one that is complex or branching

“The multifid structure of the leaf was studied using electron microscopy.”

Synonyms

  • multilobed
  • multiridge

Antonyms

  • simple
  • unbranching