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Definition of subglobular in English:

subglobular

adjective

Botany Zoology

  • Somewhat or almost globular.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in William Hanbury (1725–1778), Church of England clergyman and horticulturist. From sub- + globular.

Pronunciation

subglobular

/sʌbˈɡlɒbjʊlə/