-poiesis

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

   hematopoiesis.

-poiesis

combining form

1. indicating the act of making or producing something specified

   haematopoiesis

Derived Forms

• -poietic, combining_form:in_adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of -poiesis¹

< Greek -poiēsis; poesy, -sis

Word History and Origins

Origin of -poiesis¹

from Greek, from poiēsis a making; see poesy