Medical Root
an/o
anus
From Latin anus, ring
Meaning
What does an/o mean?
an/o is a root meaning anus. It comes from Latin anus, ring.
Inside words it is spelled an.
Same letters as the prefix an- (without), but in anal and anorectal it means the anus.
In real words
Medical words with an/o
relating to the anus and the rectum
relating to the anus
examination of the anus and lower rectum with a short lighted tube called an anoscope
relating to or located in the tissues around the anus, as a perianal abscess
Don't mix it up
Parts easily confused with an/o
Sources
Checked against
Written for biofideX in plain words, after checking these references:
- 12.2 Word Components Related to the Digestive System – Medical Terminology 2e
- ANO- Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com
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Intestines
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