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adeno-

a combining form meaning “gland,” used in the formation of compound words: adenovirus.
Also, especially before a vowel, aden-.


Origin:
< Gk, comb. form of adn gland; akin to L inguen groin
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adeno- or aden-  
pref.  Gland: adenectomy.

[From Greek adēn, aden-.]
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adeno- or aden-
pref.
Gland: adenectomy.

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