stego-

American  

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

   stegosaur.

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Usage

What does stego- mean? Stego- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “cover.” It is used in a few scientific terms, especially in paleontology. Stego- comes from the Greek stégos, meaning “roof.”

Etymology

Origin of stego-

Combining form of Greek stégos roof

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