osteo- (Meaning)
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osteo- ()
A combining form of Gr. / a bone.
Synonyms & Antonyms of osteo-
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
osteo- Sentence Examples
- Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that often affects the knees and hips.
- Osteoblasts are cells that form bone tissue.
- Osteoclasts are cells that break down bone tissue.
- Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by decreased bone density and increased risk of fractures.
- Osteomalacia is a condition characterized by soft and weak bones due to insufficient mineralization.
- Osteopenia is a condition characterized by decreased bone density, but not to the extent of osteoporosis.
- Osteosarcoma is a type of bone cancer that primarily affects adolescents and young adults.
- Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that results in brittle bones.
- Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone.
- Osteotomy is a surgical procedure in which a bone is cut to correct a deformity or improve function.
FAQs About the word osteo-
A combining form of Gr. / a bone.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that often affects the knees and hips.
Osteoblasts are cells that form bone tissue.
Osteoclasts are cells that break down bone tissue.
Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by decreased bone density and increased risk of fractures.
