Where does “xiphoid” come from?
xiphoid (English) comes from Ancient Greek ξιφοειδής.
xiphoid (English): Shaped like a sword, ensiform; Of or relating to...
Definitions
- Shaped like a sword, ensiform; Of or relating to...
Ancestry of “xiphoid”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ancient Greek | ξιφοειδής | — |