Definition for A-CIC'U-LAR

A-CIC'U-LAR, a. [L. acicula, Priscian, a needle, from Gr. ακη, L. acies, a point. See Acid.]

In the shape of a needle; having sharp points like needles. – Kirwan. Martyn. An acicular prism is when the crystals are slender and straight. – Phillips.

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