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Definition of ensiform process

ensiform process
Xiphisternum Xiph"i*ster"num, n.; pl. Xiphisterna. [NL., fr. Gr. xi`fos a sword + sternum.] (Anat.) (a) The posterior segment, or extremity, of the sternum; -- sometimes called metasternum, ensiform cartilage, ensiform process, or xiphoid process. (b) The xiphiplastron. -- Xiph"i*ster"nala.
Ensiform process
Ensiform En"si*form, a. [L. ensis sword + -form: cf. F. ensiforme.] Having the form of a sword blade; sword-shaped; as, an ensiform leaf. Ensiform cartilage, & Ensiform process. (Anat.) See Xiphisternum.

Meaning of ensiform process from wikipedia

- xiphoid process (/ˈzɪfɔɪd/), also referred to as the ensiform process, xiphisternum, or metasternum, constitutes a small cartilaginous process (extension)...
- part of the sternum, where the seventh or last true ribs join it, the ensiform cartilage begins, and above this there is often a depression known as the...
- 91 cm). Rising from the plant's base are four to six bright green leaves, ensiform (sword-shaped) and between 20 and 30 inches (50–76 cm) long, 1.5 inches...
- multicellular gametophyte contained within the spore wall. Contrast exospory. ensiform Shaped like the blade of a sword. entire 1.  Not divided. 2.  (of a margin)...
- colonies of plants (2 x 3 ft wide). It has long, glossy leaves, which are ensiform (sword-like), and grow from the base (of the plant). They are bright green...