angi-
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What does angi- mean? Angi- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “vessel” or “container.” It is used in medical and scientific terms. In anatomy, angi- specifically refers to blood and lymphatic vessels. In botany, angi- specifically refers to seed vessels. Angi- comes from the Greek angeîon, meaning “vessel, vat, shell.”Angi- is a variant of angio-, which loses its -o- when combined with words or word elements beginning with vowels. Want to know more? Read our Words That Use angio- article.
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