Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
colp
Prefix (used in various medical terms)
/kɒlp/
Definition
A prefix used in medical terminology often related to the vagina.
Examples
- Colpocleisis: A surgical procedure to close the vagina.
- Colposcopy: A procedure to closely examine the cervix, vulva, and vagina.
Meaning
In anatomy and medical contexts, colp refers specifically to structures or conditions associated with the vagina.
Synonyms
- Vaginopathy
- Gynecology-related terms
