Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sarco
Prefix
/ˈsɑːr.koʊ/
Definition
A prefix used in biology and medicine to refer to flesh or muscle.
Examples
- Sarcoma is a type of cancer that originates in connective tissues, including muscle and fat.
- Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease that affects multiple organs in the body, primarily the lungs.
Meaning
Relating to the tissues of the body, particularly muscle and connective tissues.
Synonyms
- Flesh
- Muscle
