† caduˈciferous,a.Obs.—0. [f. L. cādūcifer (f.cādūc-eus(see above) + -fer bearing) + -ous.] Bearing a caduceus. 1656Blount Glossogr., Caduciferous, that carries a white Rod in sign of peace.1721–1800Bailey Caduciferous, bearing the Caduce.[Not in Johnson.]