Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sarc
Prefix
/sark/
Definition
A prefix derived from the Greek word ‘sarx,’ meaning flesh.
Examples
- Sarcoplasm: The cytoplasm of a muscle fiber.
- Sarcoma: A type of cancer that arises from connective tissues like bone, fat, and muscle.
- Sarcopenia: The loss of muscle mass and strength associated with aging.
Meaning
Used in terms relating to flesh or muscle, especially in biological contexts.
Synonyms
- Flesh-related
- Muscle-associated
- Biological
