embry-

American  

1. variant of embryo- before a vowel.

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Usage

What does embry- mean? Embry- is a combining form used like a prefix representing the word embryo. It is used in some scientific terms, especially in anatomy and biology.Embry- ultimately comes from the Greek émbryos, meaning “ingrowing.”Embry- is a variant of embryo-, which loses its -o- when combined with words or word elements beginning with vowels.Want to know more? Read our Words That Use embryo- article.

Example Sentences

“For any age, the person should have to go through the parole commission process in order earn and secure early release,” Embry told the House Judiciary Committee.

From Seattle Times

“More yes votes than I expected and very happy to see because despite loud voices of complaint on social media, it shows the membership is still strong and united,” actor “Can’t Hardly Wait” actor Ethan Embry posted on X, formerly known as Twitter.

From Seattle Times

Bruce Embry, who has lived in the neighborhood since 1958, pointed out that Echo Park Lake did not have a fence for the vast majority of its existence.

From Los Angeles Times

In addition to his wife, survivors include two children, Michelle Embry and Kent Labinski, both of Kansas City; and two grandchildren.

From Washington Post

It was not a coincidence that the six new division championship trophies introduced late last season were named for Black pioneers of the game — Nat “Sweetwater” Clifton, Wayne Embry, Earl Lloyd, Willis Reed, Sam Jones and Chuck Cooper.

From Seattle Times