'Scalariform' definitions:

Definition of 'Scalariform'

From: GCIDE
  • Scalariform \Sca*lar"i*form\, a. [L. scalare, scalaria, staircase, ladder + -form: cf. F. scalariforme.]
  • 1. Resembling a ladder in form or appearance; having transverse bars or markings like the rounds of a ladder; as, the scalariform cells and scalariform pits in some plants. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (Zool.) Like or pertaining to a scalaria. [1913 Webster]