Definition of Wedge-shaped

1. Adjective. (of a leaf shape) narrowly triangular, wider at the apex and tapering toward the base.

Exact synonyms: Cuneate
Similar to: Simple, Unsubdivided

2. Adjective. Shaped like a wedge.
Exact synonyms: Cuneal, Cuneiform
Partainyms: Wedge

Medical Definition of Wedge-shaped

1. 1. Having the shape of a wedge; cuneiform. 2. Broad and truncate at the summit, and tapering down to the base; as, a wedge-shaped leaf. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Wedge-shaped

wedel
wedeled
wedeling
wedeln
wedelned
wedelning
wedelns
wedeloside
wedels
wedfellow
wedfellows
wedge
wedge-and-dash
wedge-and-groove joint
wedge-and-groove suture
wedge-shaped (current term)
wedge-shaped fasciculus
wedge-shaped tubercle
wedge-shell
wedge-tailed
wedge-tailed eagle
wedge-tailed eagles
wedge biopsy
wedge bone
wedge heel
wedge issue
wedge politics
wedge pressure
wedge product
wedge products

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