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a combining form meaning “power,” used in the formation of compound words: dynamotor.
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Also dynam-, dynamo-.
Origin of dyna-
Combining form of Greek dýnamis power, dýnasthai to be able
Words nearby dyna-
dykon, Dylan, Dylan, Bob, dymaxion, dyn, dyna-, dynameter, dynamic, dynamic braking, dynamic character, dynamic equilibrium
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How to use dyna- in a sentence
But it is also a testament to Dyna Moe, the illustrator behind the Mad Men avatars.
All his possessions went to a relative—an old woman named Dyna, who lives in the Emerald City.
The Road to Oz|L. Frank BaumOur Dyna-Soar had been modified to some degree for this mission.
The Trouble with Telstar|John Berryman