fusiform

fusiform Definition

fu·si·form (fyo̵̅o̅′zi fôrm′, -si-)

adjective

rounded, broadest in the middle, and tapering toward each end; spindle-shaped

Etymology: < L fusus, a spindle + -form

fusiform Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

gyrus: Comparing faces against the baseline ( scrambled faces ) showed bilateral activation of the fusiform gyrus.
cortex: I have shown that they modulate activity in several regions of lateral occipitotemporal and mid- fusiform cortex that are particularly responsive to faces.
cell: No symptoms or any fusiform cells were identified on or within the control plants.

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