conchiferous en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /kɒŋˈkɪfəɹəs/ (UK)
Etymology
From Ancient Greek κόγχος (kónkhos, “shell”) + -i- + -ferous.
Meanings
- Having a shell (used especially of bivalve molluscs)
- Containing shells
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most conchiferous | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more conchiferous | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |