Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scler
Root word
/sklɛr/
Definition
A root word that refers to hardness or a tough outer covering.
Examples
- The sclera is the white outer layer of the eyeball, providing protection and shape.
- Sclerotherapy is a treatment method that involves injecting a solution into a vein to cause it to sclero or harden, closing it off.
Meaning
Scler is often used in medical and biological contexts to describe structures that are rigid or protective in nature.
Synonyms
- Hard
- Rigid
- Tough
- Stiff
