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hystero-

 
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a combining form meaning “uterus,” used in the formation of compound words: hysterotomy.
Also, especially before a vowel, hyster-.

Origin:
< Gk, comb. form repr. Gk hystéra womb, uterus
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hystero- or hyster-  
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  1. Uterus: hysterectomy.

  2. Hysteria: hysteroid.


[From Greek husterā, womb.]
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hystero- or hyster-
pref.

  1. Uterus: hysterectomy.

  2. Hysteria: hysteroid.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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