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Medical Prefixes
Neo-
Common in terms describing new treatments or findings in medicine.
Literal Meaning
New
Actual Meaning
This means NEW. Like "neoplasm" means a new growth (often a tumor).
Examples in Context

Neoplasm refers to a new growth of tissue, like a tumor.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Think of 'neo' as 'new' in genesis or origin.
  • 2Remember the prefix in words like neonatology (study of newborns).
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