Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

thyr

Prefix

/θɪr/

Definition

A prefix denoting a three-fold or three-part structure.

Examples

Thyratron: a type of gas-filled tube that can switch electrical signals on and off.
Thyroglobulin: a protein produced by the thyroid gland that plays a crucial role in thyroid hormone synthesis.

Meaning

In scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and biology, ‘thyr’ is often associated with compounds that have a structure or function related to three segments or components.