theo-

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

   theocrat.

theo-

combining form

1. indicating God or gods

   theology

Word History and Origins

Origin of theo-¹

< Greek, combining form of theós

Word History and Origins

Origin of theo-¹

from Greek theos god

Example Sentences

Theo Melin Öhrström grew up closer to the Northern Lights than the Friday night lights of Texas high-school football.

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Theo Treharne-Jones, from Merthyr Tydfil, was found unconscious in a swimming pool at Atlantica Holiday Village in Kos, a Greek island, on 15 June 2019.

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The inquest heard that Theo, who had been diagnosed with Smith-Magenis syndrome, displayed "autistic behaviours" which meant he often woke up at night and was less naturally cautious.

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Theo had been able to leave the hotel room as there was no chain on the door.

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The inquest at Pontypridd coroner's court heard that, despite his family placing obstacles, including two buggies and a suitcase, in front of their hotel room door, Theo managed to escape.

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