myxo-
a combining form meaning “mucus” or “slime,” used in the formation of compound words: myxoneurosis.
Origin of myxo-
1Combining 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-
2from Greek muxa slime, mucus
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