Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alg

Prefix
/ælg/
Definition
A prefix meaning ‘pain’ used in medical terminology.
Examples
  • Neuralgia: Pain in the nerves.
  • Fibromyalgia: Widespread musculoskeletal pain.
Meaning
Refers to painful conditions in medical terminology.
Synonyms
  • None; it is a prefix and does not have direct synonyms.