Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

masto

Prefix

ˈmæstoʊ

Definition

A prefix relating to the breast or mammary gland.

Examples

Mastectomy: A surgical procedure involving the removal of one or both breasts.
Mastitis: Inflammation of breast tissue that can result in breast pain, swelling, warmth, and redness.
Mastodon: A prehistoric mammal with characteristics similar to elephants, which also has ‘masto’ in its name due to its large size resembling that of mammalian features.

Meaning

The term ‘masto’ is derived from Greek, where it refers to the breast. It is often used in medical terminology to refer to conditions, procedures, or anatomy related to the breasts.