phyll-

¹

1. variant of phyllo- before a vowel:

   phyllite.

-phyll

²

1. variant of -phyllo as final element of compound words:

   sporophyll.

-phyll

combining form

1. leaf

   chlorophyll

Word History and Origins

Origin of phyll-¹

from Greek phullon

Example Sentences

Lady Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, a human rights activist and CEO of UK Black Pride, argues that "one of the many lasting legacies of the British Empire is the cultural impact of homophobia".

From BBC

Other activists invited to the ceremony by stars included Laura Bates, founder of the Everyday Sexism Project, which collects testimonies from women about sexual violence; Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, executive director of U.K.

From New York Times

Opoku-Gyimah, known as Lady Phyll, said being there was an important act of solidarity: “We want to amplify the voices of women who have been ostracised and marginalised.”

From The Guardian

Black Pride founder Phyll Opoku-Gyimah as her guest, said she also hoped the film industry was on the road to greater equality and diversity.

From Washington Times

Black Pride founder Phyll Opoku-Gyimah as her guest, said she also hoped the film industry was on the road to greater equality and diversity.

From Seattle Times