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