moniliform


mo·nil·i·form

adj \mə-ˈni-lə-ˌfrm\

Definition of MONILIFORM

: jointed or constricted at regular intervals so as to resemble a string of beads <a moniliform root> <moniliform insect antennae>

Origin of MONILIFORM

Latin monile necklace — more at mane
First Known Use: circa 1803

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