punctiform

punctiform
Very small but not microscopic, having a diameter of less than 1 mm. [L. punctum, a point, + forma, shape]

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punc·ti·form 'pəŋ(k)-tə-.fȯrm adj
1) having the form or character of a point
2) marked by or composed of points or dots: PUNCTATE
3) of or relating to tangible points or dots used for representing words for reading by the blind

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punc·ti·form (pungkґtĭ-form) 1. like a point; located in a point. 2. in bacteriology, denoting very minute colonies.

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