cruciform

Etymology

Latin crux (“cross”) + -iform

adj

  1. Having the shape of a cross.

noun

  1. (genetics) A cross shape in DNA; a Holliday junction.
  2. Any emblem in the shape of a cross.
    Michael Eaton has discovered that if you visit its websites you will be warned: "Royal Mail, the Royal Mail Cruciform and the colour red are registered trademarks of Royal Mail Group plc." 2005, New Scientist, volumes 187-188, page 72

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