myxo-

a combining form meaning “mucus” or “slime,” used in the formation of compound words: myxoneurosis.

Origin of myxo-

Combining form representing Greek mýxa

Also especially before a vowel, myx-.

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British Dictionary definitions for myxo (1 of 2)

myxo

/ (ˈmɪksəʊ) /

noun

Australian slang short for myxomatosis

British Dictionary definitions for myxo- (2 of 2)

myxo-

combining form

mucus or slime: myxomycete

Origin of myxo-

from Greek muxa slime, mucus

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