sclero-


  1. a combining form meaning “hard,” used with this meaning, and as a combining form of sclera, in the formation of compound words: sclerometer.

Origin of sclero-

1
Combining form of Greek sklērós hard
  • Also especially before a vowel, scler-.

Words Nearby sclero-

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How to use sclero- in a sentence

  • The balance of intra-ocular pressure is not maintained by the slight distensibility of the sclero-corneal coat.

    Glaucoma | Various

British Dictionary definitions for sclero-

sclero-

combining form
  1. indicating hardness: sclerosis

  2. of or relating to the sclera: sclerotomy

Origin of sclero-

1
from Greek sklēros hard

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