POLYPOID

Etymology

Adjective

polypoid (comparative more polypoid, superlative most polypoid)

Resembling a polyp.

Marked by the presence of lesions suggesting polyps.

Source: Wiktionary


Pol"y*poid, a. Etym: [Polyp + -oid.]

1. (Zoöl.)

Definition: Like a polyp; having the nature of a polyp, but lacking the tentacles or other parts.

2. (Med.)

Definition: Resembling a polypus in appearance; having a character like that of a polypus.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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