Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

andro

Prefix

/ˈændroʊ/

Definition

A prefix used in various terms related to men or masculinity.

Examples

Androgynous: Having both male and female characteristics.
Andrology: The branch of medicine dealing with men’s health, particularly reproductive health and disorders.
Androstenedione: A steroid hormone that is a precursor to testosterone.

Meaning

The term ‘andro’ is derived from the Greek word ‘aner’ which means man. It is often used in biological and medical terminology as well as in various scientific contexts to refer to male characteristics or male organisms.