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Filiform

Filiform meaning

Shaped like or resembling a thread or filament; filamentous. | Having all component parts or segments cylindrical and more or less uniform in size.

Example sentences (2)

Some marginal florets may have no petals at all (filiform floret).

The tip of the needle should not be made too sharp to prevent breakage, although blunt needles cause more pain. citation Apart from the usual filiform needle, other needle types include three-edged needles and the Nine Ancient Needles.