arterio-
a combining form meaning “artery,” used in the formation of compound words: arteriosclerosis.
Origin of arterio-
1- Also especially before a vowel, arteri-.
Words Nearby arterio-
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How to use arterio- in a sentence
One of the most characteristic symptoms of old age is the hardening of the arteries—arterio-sclerosis.
Life of Elie Metchnikoff, 1845-1916 | Olga MetchnikoffIt also occurs in patients suffering from glycosuria, and is usually associated with arterio-sclerosis—local or general.
Manual of Surgery | Alexis Thomson and Alexander MilesWhen an artery and its companion vein are injured simultaneously an arterio-venous aneurysm (p. 310) may develop.
Manual of Surgery | Alexis Thomson and Alexander MilesAn abnormal communication between an artery and a vein constitutes an arterio-venous aneurysm.
Manual of Surgery | Alexis Thomson and Alexander Milesarterio-venous aneurysm is a frequent result of injuries by modern high-velocity bullets—for example, in the neck or groin.
Manual of Surgery | Alexis Thomson and Alexander Miles
British Dictionary definitions for arterio-
artery or arteries: arteriosclerosis
Origin of arterio-
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