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Webster 1913 Edition
Cruciform
Cru′ci-form
(kr?′s?-f?rm)
, Adj.
[L.
crux
, crucis
, cress + -form
: cf. F. cruciforme
.] Cross-shaped;
(Bot.)
having four parts arranged in the form of a cross. Webster 1828 Edition
Cruciform
CRUCIFORM
,Adj.
In botany, consisting of four equal petals, disposed int he form of a cross.
Definition 2024
cruciform
cruciform
English
Adjective
cruciform
- Having the shape of a cross.
Translations
having the shape of a cross
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Noun
cruciform (plural cruciforms)
- (genetics) A cross shape in DNA; a Holliday junction.
- Any emblem in the shape of a cross.
- 2005, New Scientist (volumes 187-188, page 72)
- Michael Eaton has discovered that if you visit its websites you will be warned: "Royal Mail, the Royal Mail Cruciform and the colour red are registered trademarks of Royal Mail Group plc."
- 2005, New Scientist (volumes 187-188, page 72)