Is Myel a Word?

Myel- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “marrow” or “of the spinal cord.” It is often used in medical terms. ... Myel- comes from the Greek myelós, meaning “marrow.”

What is the difference between the combining forms My O and MYEL O?

My/o means simply muscle; cardiomy/o means heart muscle. Myel/o has a dual meaning: bone marrow and spinal cord. The combining form for blood is ___.

What does Spondyl mean?

(Entry 1 of 2) 1 obsolete : vertebra. 2 : spiny oyster.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.