Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
olig
Prefix
/ˈɒlɪɡ/
Definition
A prefix used to indicate a small number or a few.
Examples
- Oligopoly: a market form in which a few producers dominate the market.
- Oligarch: a member of a small governing group.
- Oligonucleotide: a short sequence of nucleotides essential for DNA synthesis.
Meaning
In various contexts, ‘olig’ refers to a limited quantity or the presence of a small group or class. It is often used in scientific and technical terminology.
Synonyms
- Few
- Limited
- Small number
