Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

leuco

Prefix

/ˈluːkoʊ/

Definition

A prefix meaning ‘white’ or ‘colorless’, often used in scientific terms.

Examples

Leucocyte – a type of white blood cell in the body’s immune system.
Leucoplast – a type of plastid in plant cells responsible for the synthesis and storage of starch.
Leucorrhea – a medical term for a thick, whitish discharge from the vagina.

Meaning

Leuco is derived from the Greek word ‘leukos’, which signifies white or light. It is commonly found in various scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and biology.