salpiform

/sælˈpaɪfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or relating to salps, especially having a long, slender shape resembling that of salps.

“The salpiform branches of the tree provided an interesting sight to behold.”

2. noun

A salpiform structure or organism.

“The salpiform coral reef was teeming with marine life.”

Synonyms

  • salp-like
  • tubular

Antonyms

  • globular
  • spherical