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pic·​i·​form | \ ˈpisəˌfȯrm, ˈpīs- \

Definition of piciform

1 : like a woodpecker
2 [New Latin Piciformes] : of or relating to the Piciformes

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History and Etymology for piciform

probably from (assumed) New Latin piciformis, from Latin picus woodpecker + -iformis -iform

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“Piciform.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/piciform. Accessed 21 Oct. 2021.

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