brachi-

American  

1. variant of brachio- before a vowel.

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Usage

What does brachi- mean? Brachi- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “arm” or “upper arm.” It is often used in medical and scientific terms, especially in anatomy and in zoology. Brachi- comes from the Greek brachī́ōn, meaning “arm.” A medical term for the upper arm is brachium, from Latin and related to the Greek brachī́ōn. Brachi- is a variant of brachio-, which loses its -o- when combined with words or word elements beginning with vowels. Want to know more? Read our Words That Use brachio- article.