puriform

/pʊˈraɪfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having the form of pure or unmixed liquid, especially serum.

“The doctor examined the puriform fluid collected from the patient’s wound.”

2. noun

A puriform body or structure, especially in botany, referring to a spore-bearing organ.

“The puriform spores grew into a healthy fern plant.”

Synonyms

  • liquid
  • serous
  • serum

Antonyms

  • impure
  • mixture