Definition

Resembling or having the characteristics of a horn.

Example

The ceratoid structure of the animal's head gave it a unique appearance.

Conversation

Did you see that sculpture in the gallery?

Yeah, it looked really ceratoid with its hornlike features.

I thought it was fascinating how they captured that style.

Absolutely! It gives the piece a unique character.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ceratoid is formed from "cerat-" (from Greek "keras", meaning horn) and "-oid" (meaning resembling or like). The word describes something that resembles a horn.

Memory Tip

Think of 'horn' ('cerat-') to remember that 'ceratoid' means something that looks like a horn.

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