baro-

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

   barograph.

baro-

combining_form

1. indicating weight or pressure

   barometer

Word History and Origins

Origin of baro-¹

Combining form of Greek báros weight; akin to Sanskrit guru, Latin gravis, Gothic kaurus heavy

Word History and Origins

Origin of baro-¹

from Greek baros weight; related to Latin gravis heavy

Example Sentences

Roger Baro said it would help his nation deal with the current impacts of climate change in the country, which is experiencing widespread drought, flash floods and disease outbreaks.

From BBC

Houck, Sproat and eighth-round pick Boston Baro watched the game from a suite and will start their pro careers in the Florida Complex League in Port St. Lucie.

From Washington Times

Capistrano Valley 10, Dana Hills 0: Boston Baro had three hits and scored four runs for Capistrano Valley.

From Los Angeles Times

Koité’s songs, with lyrics in Bambara, French and occasionally English, are built on rippling African polyrhythms, but such lilting tunes as “Baro” also feature vocal harmonies akin to California folk rock.

From Washington Post

Local fishermen saw the 110 Rohingya early in the morning at a beach in Meunasah Baro village.

From Seattle Times