Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ento

Prefix

/ˈɛn.təʊ/

Definition

A prefix meaning ‘inside’ or ‘within’.

Examples

Entomology – The study of insects, a field that involves understanding the internal structures and relationships of these organisms.
Entoplasm – The inner, active portion of the cytoplasm in a cell, crucial for various cellular processes.

Meaning

The prefix ‘ento’ is used in various scientific and medical terms to indicate something that is located within or internal to a structure, especially regarding cells or bodily functions.