strat|i|form

strat|i|form
strat|i|form «STRAT uh frm», adjective.
1. Geology. arranged in strata; forming a stratum or layer.
2. Anatomy. occurring in thin layers in bones: »

stratiform cartilage.

3. having the form of stratus clouds.
[< French stratiforme < Latin strātum (see etym. under stratum (Cf.stratum)) + -formis -form]

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