Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ost

Prefix
/ɒst/
Definition
A prefix meaning ‘bone’ in medical and biological contexts.
Examples
  • Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile.
  • Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects the bones in the joints.
Meaning
Relating to bones, often used in terms associated with bone structures or diseases.
Synonyms
  • Bone-related
  • Osseous
  • Skeleton-related