Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anth

Prefix

/ænθ/

Definition

A prefix that signifies a flower or flower-related term.

Examples

Anthology: A collection of selected literary pieces, often with a theme.
Anthophilous: Describing organisms that are attracted to flowers.
Anthocyanin: A type of pigment found in plants that can appear red, purple, or blue and is commonly found in the tissues of flowers.

Meaning

The prefix ‘anth-‘ is derived from the Greek word ‘anthos’, meaning ‘flower’. It is commonly used in scientific terminology to denote anything pertaining to flowers.