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hepato-

  1. a combining form meaning “liver,” used in the formation of compound words:

    hepatotoxin.



hepato-

combining_form

  1. denoting the liver

    hepatitis



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Word History and Origins

Origin of hepato-1

Combining form representing Greek hēpat-, stem of hêpar liver

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Word History and Origins

Origin of hepato-1

from Greek hēpat-, hēpar

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Example Sentences

This opening is situated between the hepato-duodenal ligament and the parietal peritoneum covering the vena cava.

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