How Do You Spell JACULIFEROUS?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˌakjʊlˈɪfəɹəs] (IPA)

Jaculiferous is a rarely used adjective that is pronounced /dʒækjuːˈlɪfərəs/. The word consists of two parts; jaculi- meaning dart, and -ferous meaning bearing or producing. The combination forms a word meaning "producing darts." The spelling of this word follows typical English orthography with the exception of the -iferous suffix, which is taken from Latin. Jaculiferous can also be spelled as jaculiforous, but the former is the more common spelling.

JACULIFEROUS Meaning and Definition

1. Jaculiferous is an adjective that refers to something or someone capable of throwing or hurling projectiles or missiles, often with a high degree of accuracy or force. Derived from the Latin word "jaculum," meaning "dart" or "javelin," and the suffix "-iferous," which means "producing" or "carrying," jaculiferous describes an entity that has the ability to launch projectiles intentionally.

   In a literal sense, jaculiferous can be used to describe weapons such as bows and arrows, firearms, slingshots, or any other devices specifically designed for throwing objects with precision. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a person who possesses remarkable aim or a keen ability to accurately articulate thoughts or ideas.

   In the context of biology or botany, jaculiferous can be used to characterize certain organisms that have specialized structures or adaptations to eject their reproductive parts, such as some flowering plants that use explosive action to disperse pollen or seeds. For instance, when a seed pod suddenly bursts open to disperse its contents, it can be referred to as a jaculiferous plant or organ.

   Overall, jaculiferous is an adjective used to describe the action or capacity to throw projectiles, both in a literal and figurative sense, encompassing a range of contexts from weaponry to human skills and even some biological processes.

2. Prickly, covered with sharp points.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for JACULIFEROUS

• jaculiferoqs
• jaculiferows
• jaculiferots
• jaculiferou3
• jaculiferouc
• jaculiferouq
• jaculiferour
• j aculiferous
• ja culiferous
• jac uliferous
• jacu liferous
• jacul iferous
• jaculi ferous
• jaculif erous
• jaculife rous
• jaculifer ous
• jaculifero us
• jaculiferou s

Etymology of JACULIFEROUS

The word jaculiferous is derived from the Latin word iaculum, meaning dart or spear, and ferre, meaning to bear or to carry. When combined, they form jaculifer, which describes something or someone that carries or bears darts or spears. Adding the suffix -ous turns it into an adjective form, resulting in jaculiferous, meaning bearing or carrying darts or spears.