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cal·​cu·​li·​form | \ -ləˌfȯrm \

Definition of calculiform

: shaped like a pebble

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History and Etymology for calculiform

International Scientific Vocabulary calcul- (from Latin calculus pebble) + -iform

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“Calculiform.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/calculiform. Accessed 15 Aug. 2022.

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