1. shaped like a tongue; having a long, narrow, rounded form resembling a tongue
Usage: technical; formal

Examples

• The linguiform leaves of the plant extended gracefully from the stem.
• The geologist identified a linguiform lava flow that had cooled into a distinctive shape.
• The linguiform appendage of the sea creature helped it navigate the ocean floor.
• The architect designed a linguiform balcony that jutted out from the building's facade.
• Under the microscope, the linguiform structure of the organism became clearly visible.