uro-
1a combining form meaning “urine,” used in the formation of compound words: urology.
Origin of uro-
1- Also especially before a vowel, ur-.
Words Nearby uro-
Other definitions for uro- (2 of 2)
a combining form meaning “tail,” used in the formation of compound words: uropod.
Origin of uro-
2- Also especially before a vowel, ur-.
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How to use uro- in a sentence
We had a tremendous reception at Bafilo, the Uro and all his people turning out to do us honour.
A Camera Actress in the Wilds of Togoland | Meg GehrtsIn a similar way the petals and labellum of Odontoglossum uro-Skinneri have been found reduced to filamentous processes.
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British Dictionary definitions for uro- (1 of 2)
indicating urine or the urinary tract: urochrome; urogenital; urolith; urology
Origin of uro-
1British Dictionary definitions for uro- (2 of 2)
indicating a tail: urochord; uropod; urostyle
Origin of uro-
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