antho-

1. a combining form meaning “flower,” used in the formation of compound words:

   anthophore.

antho-

combining_form

1. denoting a flower

   anthozoan

   anthophore

   anthotaxy

Word History and Origins

Origin of antho-¹

< Greek, combining form of ánthos flower

Word History and Origins

Origin of antho-¹

from Greek anthos

Example Sentences

They had been planning to open Antho Vineyards, a winery and tasting room, on the island in Lake Michigan.

From Seattle Times

He singles out the ribbing on the sides of the Antho, whose name is inspired by his childhood nickname, or the kidney-shaped pocket on the Loup biker jacket, christened after one of his three daughters.

From Los Angeles Times

Known in the breeding world as “antho,” short for anthocyanin, these tomatoes contain the same pigment found in blueberries.

From Seattle Times

It was only through the influence of Antho, Rhea's cousin, that the unhappy vestal was not put to death by Amulius, before her children were born, at the time when her fault was first discovered.

From Project Gutenberg

Then, besides, he had a daughter of his own named Antho, who was the playmate and companion of Rhea, and with whose affection for her cousin he must have felt some sympathy.

From Project Gutenberg