spheno-

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

   sphenography.

spheno-

combining_form

1. having the shape of a wedge

   sphenogram

Word History and Origins

Origin of spheno-¹

< New Latin < Greek sphḗn wedge + -o- -o-

Word History and Origins

Origin of spheno-¹

from Greek sphēn wedge

Example Sentences

The spheno- ethmoidal and spheno-maxillary angles were first employed by Huxley.

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