beloid

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It's a recognised English word, but it isn't in the official NASPA Scrabble word list.

Pronunciation

/ˈbiˌlɔɪd/

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/ˈbiˌlɔɪd/ · /ˈbiːlɔɪd/ · /ˈbɛlɔɪd/

Definition of beloid

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adj

(especially, rare)Resembling an arrow, particularly in having a narrow and pointed shape; arrowlike.

“In norma verticalis his cranium is distinctly ovoid, almost beloid, i.e. it is not broad enough to permit us to state definitely that it is not Egyptian, although its shape is by no means a common one in the pure Egyptian.”
“I managed a slight nod. Even that sent paroxysms of beloid agony through my neck and throat.”

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From Ancient Greek βέλος (bélos, “arrow, dart”) + -oid.

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