Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pter
Prefix
/tɛr/
Definition
A prefix used in various words relating to the concept of wings or a wing-like structure.
Examples
- Pterodactyl
- Pterophyllum
- Pteranodon
Meaning
The term ‘pter’ is derived from the Greek word ‘pteron’, meaning ‘wing’. It appears in various scientific terms, especially in biology and geology, to denote structures that resemble wings or are associated with flying creatures.
Synonyms
- Winged
- Aerial
- Flying
