sapro-

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

   saprogenic.

sapro-

combining_form

1. indicating dead or decaying matter

   saprolite

   saprogenic

Word History and Origins

Origin of sapro-¹

< Greek, combining form of saprós

Word History and Origins

Origin of sapro-¹

from Greek sapros rotten

Example Sentences

Nancy Parrish, president of the advocacy group Protect Our Defenders, said Patton should take a hard-line approach to revamping the military's justice system instead of focusing on education programs that are SAPRO's hallmark.

From Reuters