adeno-
a combining form meaning “gland,” used in the formation of compound words: adenovirus.
Origin of adeno-
1<Greek, combining form of adḗn gland; akin to Latin inguen groin
- Also especially before a vowel, aden-.
Words Nearby adeno-
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British Dictionary definitions for adeno-
adeno-
combining form
gland or glandular: adenoid; adenology
Origin of adeno-
1New Latin, from Greek adēn gland
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