PUPIFORM Meaning and
Definition
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Pupiform is an adjective that describes something resembling or characteristic of a pupa, the intermediate stage in the development of insects that undergo complete metamorphosis, such as butterflies or beetles. It is derived from the Latin word "pupa," meaning "doll" or "girl."
When used in the context of organisms or structures, pupiform refers to their shape or appearance, resembling that of a pupa. It generally denotes a rounded, elongated form with a tapering end, similar to the shape of an insect pupa. This term is often employed in entomology, the branch of zoology that deals with insects, to describe the physical characteristics of pupae or pupal cases.
In a more figurative sense, pupiform can also describe other objects, formations, or features that bear resemblance to a pupa or its shape, even if they are not directly related to insects or metamorphosis. Metaphorically, it implies a similarity in shape, contour, or physical appearance.
Overall, the term pupiform encapsulates the notion of likeness to a pupa, suggesting a distinct visual similarity or a quality that echoes the characteristic form of this intermediate stage in the life cycle of certain insects.
Common Misspellings for PUPIFORM
- 0upiform
- phpiform
- pjpiform
- p8piform
- p7piform
- puoiform
- pu-iform
- pu0iform
- pupuform
- pupjform
- pupkform
- pupoform
- pup9form
- pup8form
- pupidorm
- pupicorm
- pupivorm
- pupigorm
- pupitorm
- pupirorm
Etymology of PUPIFORM
The word "pupiform" is derived from the combination of two Latin roots: "pupus", which means "child" or "youngster", and "forma", which means "shape" or "form". When combined, they form "pupiform", which refers to something that resembles or is shaped like a young child or a small animal.
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