topo-

topo-

a combining form meaning “place,” “local,” used in the formation of compound words: topography; topology.
Also, especially before a vowel, top-.


Origin:
combining form of Greek tópos place, commonplace
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Topo- is always a great word to know.
So is lollapalooza. Does it mean:
an arrangement of five objects, as trees, in a square or rectangle, one at each corner and one in the middle.
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
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World English Dictionary
topo- or (before a vowel) top-
 
combining form
indicating place or region: topography; topology; toponym; topotype
 
[from Greek topos a place, commonplace]
 
top- or (before a vowel) top-
 
combining form
 
[from Greek topos a place, commonplace]

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Medical Dictionary

topo- or top-
pref.
Place; area: topoanesthesia.

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