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oleo-

 
a combining form meaning “oil,” used in the formation of compound words: oleograph.
Also, especially before a vowel, ole-.

Origin:
< Latin, combining form representing oleum oil
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World English Dictionary
oleo-
 
—combining form
oil: oleomargarine
 
[from Latin oleumoil]

Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition
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Medical Dictionary

oleo- or ole-
pref.
Oil: oleic acid.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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