-merous

1. a combining form meaning “having parts” of the kind or number specified by the initial element:

   dimerous.

-merous

combining form

1. (in biology) having a certain number or kind of parts

   dimerous

Word History and Origins

Origin of -merous¹

< Greek -meros, adj. derivative of méros part, portion, share; -ous

Word History and Origins

Origin of -merous¹

from Greek meros part, division

Example Sentences

Bathing and swimming supply, in their nu merous forms, examples of both healthful activity and relaxation.

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