multiform

adjective

mul·​ti·​form ˈməl-ti-ˌfȯrm How to pronounce multiform (audio)
: having many forms or appearances
multiformity noun

Word History

Etymology

French multiforme, from Latin multiformis, from multi- + -formis -form

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of multiform was in 1603

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Cite this Entry

“Multiform.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multiform. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

multiform

adjective
mul·​ti·​form ˈməl-ti-ˌfȯrm How to pronounce multiform (audio)
: having many forms, shapes, or appearances

Medical Definition

multiform

adjective
mul·​ti·​form ˈməl-ti-ˌfȯrm How to pronounce multiform (audio)
: having or occurring in many forms
multiformity noun
plural multiformities

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