phyco-

1. a combining form meaning “seaweed,” “algae,” used in the formation of compound words.

   phycochrome.

phyco-

combining form

1. seaweed

   phycology

Word History and Origins

Origin of phyco-¹

< Greek phȳko-, combining form representing phŷkos seaweed

Word History and Origins

Origin of phyco-¹

from Greek phukos

Example Sentences

And then, “Puddle of mud, skitsafrentic phyco.”

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When To Use

What does phyco- mean?

Phyco- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “seaweed” or “algae.” It is used in many scientific terms, especially in botany.Phyco- comes from the Greek phŷkos, meaning “seaweed.”