oro

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nounSpanish.

Other definitions for oro- (2 of 3)

oro-1

  1. a combining form meaning “mountain,” used in the formation of compound words: orography.

Origin of oro-

2
<Greek, combining form of óros

Other definitions for oro- (3 of 3)

oro-2

  1. a combining form meaning “mouth,” used in the formation of compound words: oropharynx.

Origin of oro-

3
Combining form representing Latin ōs, stem ōr-

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How to use oro in a sentence

  • The specific name is connected with the Greek word oros, “a mountain.”

    How to Know the Ferns | S. Leonard Bastin
  • Oros told me so, that is all, and therefore the Hesea bade my lords bring their guard, for she is alone.

    Ayesha | H. Rider Haggard
  • Sacred rites are performed in honour of Hieron-Oros by the natives, which is as it were the citadel of the country.

  • When I awoke the full light was pouring into the chamber, and by it I saw the priest Oros standing at my bedside.

    Ayesha | H. Rider Haggard
  • The priest Oros had called our guide Minister, and Sword, that is, one who carries out decrees.

    Ayesha | H. Rider Haggard

British Dictionary definitions for oro- (1 of 2)

oro-1

combining form
  1. mountain: orogeny; orography

Origin of oro-

1
from Greek oros

British Dictionary definitions for oro- (2 of 2)

oro-2

combining form
  1. oral; mouth: oromaxillary

Origin of oro-

2
from Latin, from ōs

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