Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tropo
Prefix
/ˈtrōpō/
Definition
A prefix used to indicate turning or change; often relates to movement or transformation.
Examples
- Tropopause refers to the boundary between the troposphere and the stratosphere.
- The term ‘tropical’ derives from ‘tropo’, indicating regions near the equator where the climate is warm.
Meaning
In scientific contexts, it refers to layers or phenomena that involve the bending or turning of waves, such as in the atmosphere.
Synonyms
- Change
- Turn
- Transform
