a. [ L. fibra a fiber + -form. ] (Biol.) Having the form of a fiber or fibers; resembling a fiber. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. [ L. filum thread + -form: cf. F. filiforme. ] Having the shape of a thread or filament; as, the filiform papillæ of the tongue; a filiform style or peduncle. See Illust. of Antennæ. [ 1913 Webster ]