rhodo-

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

   rhodolite.

rhodo-

combining_form

1. rose or rose-coloured

   rhodolite

   rhododendron

Word History and Origins

Origin of rhodo-¹

< Greek, combining form of rhódon rose ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of rhodo-¹

from Greek rhodon rose

Example Sentences

We mustn't run any needless risks, Rhodo.

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"Well, to begin with, Polly, there's going to be a rhodo--What's that you told us about in your story of the circus?"

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"What is it you want to say to me?" she asked Rhodo again.

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"Must a Romany bare his soul before a stranger?" replied Rhodo.

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Rhodo was wifeless, childless, and had been so for forty years.

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