Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
glosso
Prefix
/ˈɡlɒs.oʊ/
Definition
A prefix often used in medical terminology referring to the tongue.
Examples
- Glossolalia – a phenomenon involving speaking in tongues.
- Glossitis – inflammation of the tongue.
- Glossectomy – a surgical procedure to remove part or all of the tongue.
Meaning
The term ‘glosso’ is derived from the Greek word ‘glossa,’ meaning tongue. It is commonly used in various medical and biological terms to denote relationships between anatomy and the tongue.
Synonyms
- Lingual
- Glossal
- Retrusal
