Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ost
Prefix
/ɒst/
Definition
A prefix meaning ‘bone’ in medical and biological contexts.
Examples
- Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile.
- Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects the bones in the joints.
Meaning
Relating to bones, often used in terms associated with bone structures or diseases.
Synonyms
- Bone-related
- Osseous
- Skeleton-related
