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a combining form representing sphere in compound words: spherometer.
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“Was” is used for the indicative past tense of “to be,” and “were” is only used for the subjunctive past tense.
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How to use sphero- in a sentence
He also obtained forms resembling sphero-crystals and starch grains.
The Mechanism of Life|Stphane LeducSphero-hexagonal is black and in the shape of a small ball with a six-sided ring around it.
The Gunner's Examiner|Harold E. Cloke
Medical definitions for sphero-
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Sphere; spherical:spherocyte.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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