Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to coral.

Example

The artist created a sculpture with a coralloid design that mimicked the beauty of underwater reefs.

Conversation

Have you seen that new sculpture in the park?

Yeah, it looks so coralloid, like something from the ocean!

I know, right? It's fascinating how they mimic coral shapes.

Totally! I love how art can bring nature's beauty into the city.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coralloid is formed from "corallum" (meaning coral) and the suffix "-oid" (meaning resembling or like). The word describes something that resembles or is similar to coral.

Memory Tip

Think of 'coral' and remember that 'coralloid' means something that looks like coral.

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