haplo-

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

   haplology.

haplo-

combining_form

1. single or simple

   haplosis

   haplology

Word History and Origins

Origin of haplo-¹

< Greek, combining form of haplóos single, simple; akin to Latin simplex

Word History and Origins

Origin of haplo-¹

from Greek haplous simple

Example Sentences

Haplo-, in Greek compounds, single; as Haplostemonous, having only one series of stamens.

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