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Meaning of 'septo'

• Dividing wall

• Connecting bridge

• Supporting beam

• Decorative arch

What is a prefix word element?

• A suffix added at the end of a root word.

• A word element that modifies the meaning of a root word.

• A prefix is added at the beginning of a root word. Example: peri means around. Pericardial means around the heart.

• A standalone word that does not require a root.

Define root word?

• The primary meaning of a medical term that can be modified by either a prefix, suffix, or both.

• A word that has no prefixes or suffixes attached to it.

• A term used to describe the end of a medical term.

• A word that is always used in its original form.

Example of the prefix 'endo'

• Endo means outside.

• Endo means inside.

• Endo means above.

• Endo means below.

Example of the suffix 'itis'

• Endocarditis (inflammation of the inner portion of the heart)

• Cardiomyopathy (disease of the heart muscle)

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat)

Meaning of 'ad'

• Toward (in the direction of)

• Away from

• Against

• Beside

Meaning of 'chole'

• Bile

• Blood

• Urine

• Saliva

Define a suffix?

• A word that comes before a root word.

• A type of prefix that alters meaning.

• Follows a root word. Example: Itis means inflammation.

• A standalone word that has no relation to roots.

Meaning of 'a, an'

• With

• Without

• Above

• Below

Meaning of 'ante'

• After

• During

• Before

• Next