Adip- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “
fat, fatty tissue
.” It is often used in medical and scientific terms, including in biology and chemistry. Adip- ultimately comes from the Latin adeps, meaning “fat, lard, grease.”
What does the prefix adip mean in medical terms?
adip-
of or relating to fat or fatty tissue
.
What does adip mean in anatomy?
, adipo- Combining forms meaning
fat, fatty
. Corresponds to G. lip-, lipo-.
What does term mean in medical terms?
1.
a definite period
, especially the period of gestation, or pregnancy. 2. a word with a specific meaning, such as one used in a limited technical vocabulary.
What does Aero mean in medical terms?
Aer-, aero-: Prefix indicating
air or gas
, such as aerogastria (excess stomach gas).
What does CAUD mean?
, caudo- [L. cauda, tail] Prefixes meaning
tail
.
What is the medical term for white?
White:
albalbin/o leuk/o
.
What suffix means tumor?
-oma
means tumour.
Why is it important to know medical terminology?
The purpose of medical terminology is
to create a standardised language for medical professionals
. This language helps medical staff communicate more efficiently and makes documentation easier.
What are common medical terms?
- Benign: Not cancerous.
- Malignant: Cancerous.
- Anti-inflammatory: Reduces swelling, pain, and soreness (such as ibuprofen or naproxen)
- Body Mass Index (BMI): Body fat measurement based on height and weight.
- Biopsy: A tissue sample for testing purposes.
- Hypotension: Low blood pressure.
What does Aero mean in Latin?
aero- a combining form meaning
“air
,” used in formation of compound words: aerodrome.
What does HYDR O mean in medical terminology?
Hydr/o Hydro-
Denoting water, fluid
.
Who is Aero?
The aero prefix means
something involving the air or atmosphere, flight or airplanes, or gas
. An example of the aero-prefix is an aerophysicist, someone who studies the physics the earth’s atmosphere. An example of the aero-prefix is aeronautics, meaning the science of flying airplanes.
What does Rostrally mean?
1 : of or relating to a rostrum. 2 :
situated toward the oral or nasal
region: as. a of a part of the spinal cord : superior sense 1. b of a part of the brain : anterior or ventral the rostral pons.
Which word is derived from the Latin root that means tooth?
“Dent-
” descends from the Latin root for tooth, “dens,” while “dont-” derives from the Greek root for tooth, “odon.”
