coel-

coel-

a combining form meaning “cavity,” used in the formation of compound words: coelenteron.
Also, cele-, coele-.


Origin:
combining form representing Greek koîlos hollow; akin to cave
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Coel- is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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coel-
 
prefix
indicating a cavity within a body or a hollow organ or part: coelacanth; coelenterate; coelenteron
 
[New Latin, from Greek koilos hollow]

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