Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
acicular
Adjective
/əˈsɪkjʊlər/
Definition
Resembling a needle in shape; slender and pointed.
Examples
- She observed acicular crystals forming in the solution.
- The leaves of the plant were acicular, making them look sharp and delicate.
- Acicular fibers can be found in certain types of rocks.
Meaning
The term ‘acicular’ is often used to describe objects that have a long, thin, and sharp shape, similar to that of a needle.
Synonyms
- Needle-like
- Slender
- Sharp
