calcific en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /kælˈsɪf.ɪk/
Etymology
Etymology tree English calcify Proto-Indo-European *-ikos Proto-Italic *-ikos Latin -icuslbor. Old French -iquebor. Middle English -ik English -ic English calcific From calcify + -ic.
Meanings
- Of or pertaining to calcification
- Of or pertaining to the formation of eggshells in birds and reptiles
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most calcific | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more calcific | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |