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fusiform

/ˈfjuːzɪfɔːm/

/ˈfjuːzɪfɔrm/

fusiformadjective

more fusiform

Comp.

most fusiform

Super.

/ˈfjuːzɪfɔːm/

/ˈfjuːzɪfɔrm/

Translations

The muscle fibers are fusiform in shape.

Мышечные волокна имеют веретенообразную форму.

Definitions

Tapering at both ends; spindle-shaped.

The fusiform shape of the muscle allows it to contract efficiently.

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