FUNGIFORM

Etymology

Adjective

fungiform (comparative more fungiform, superlative most fungiform)

Having the shape of a mushroom.

the fungiform papillae on the tongue

Source: Wiktionary


Fun"gi*form, a. Etym: [Eungus + -form: cf. F. fongiforme.]

Definition: Shaped like a fungus or mushroom. Fungiform papillæ (Anat.), numerous small, rounded eminences on the upper surface of the tongue.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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