baro-

a combining form meaning “pressure,” used in the formation of compound words: barograph.

Also especially before a vowel, bar-.

Origin of baro-

combining form of Greek báros weight; akin to Sanskrit guru, Latin gravis, Gothic kaurus heavy

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Historical Examples of baro

Only one bandit, a skilled swordsman, remained, to keep Baro busy.
The Players
Everett B. Cole
"We'll have to hire some more guards and drivers in Jogurth," said Baro.
The Players
Everett B. Cole
Baro nodded, and started up the line, reorganizing the caravan.
The Players
Everett B. Cole
It would be trifling to dispute that the tenant of a baronia major might be called a baro major.
View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3 (of 3)
Henry Hallam
The bust was covered with a wide-sleeved camisita, or waist (baro), to which was sometimes added a handkerchief.
Philippine Progress Prior to 1898
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British Dictionary definitions for baro

baro-

combining form

indicating weight or pressurebarometer

Word Origin for baro-

from Greek baros weight; related to Latin gravis heavy

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baro in Medicine

baro-

pref.

Weight; pressure:baroreceptor.