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lamelliferous


Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or having layers or lamellae.


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lamellibranch , lamellibranchs
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From the Latin word 'lamella', meaning 'little plate' or 'lamina', meaning 'layer'. The suffix '-ferous' means 'bearing' or 'carrying'.


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  1. The term 'lamelliferous' is most commonly used in the fields of geology, biology, and materials science.

  2. Some types of coral are lamelliferous, with layers of calcium carbonate that grow outwards as the coral grows.


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  1. stratified: Relates to structures or organisms that have layers or strata. Lamelliferous structures can often be described as stratified.


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Lamelliferous is a term used primarily in the scientific community to describe organisms or structures that have layers or lamellae. For example, certain types of shells, bones, and minerals can be described as lamelliferous.

How to Memorize "lamelliferous"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a structure made up of many thin, flat layers. This can help you remember the meaning of 'lamelliferous'.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'lamelliferous' with the idea of layers or strata. Try to think of examples of structures or organisms that have layers and are described as lamelliferous.

  3. mnemonics

    - One possible mnemonic for 'lamelliferous' is 'Layers And Many Ellipses In Fascinating Organisms'.


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