artio-

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

   artiodactyl.

Word History and Origins

Origin of artio-¹

< Greek ártio ( s ) even (in number), perfect; akin to Latin ars art, Sanskrit arthya suitable, rich

Example Sentences

The bear is traditionally associated with Bern in Switzerland, and in 1832 a statue of Artio, a bear goddess, was dug up there.

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