Suffixes for Special Senses Unit

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-al, -ar, -atic, -ic, -ory, -ous, -tic'?

Back

pertaining to

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-cusis'?

Back

hearing

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-ectomy'?

Back

surgical removal; excision

Front

What is the meaning of the suffix '-esthesia'?

Back

feeling; sensation

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-gram'?

Back

record; image

Front

What is the meaning of the suffix '-ia'?

Back

condition

Front

What is the meaning of the suffix '-ion'?

Back

process; state; condition

Front

What is the meaning of the suffix '-ism'?

Back

process; condition

Front

What is the meaning of the suffix '-itis'?

Back

inflammation

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-meter'?

Back

measure