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Medical Root Words
Gastr-
Commonly found in words like gastric, gastroscopy in medical settings.
Literal Meaning
Stomach
Actual Meaning
This refers to the STOMACH. So "gastritis" is stomach inflammation.
Examples in Context

Gastritis is the inflammation of the stomach lining.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Think of gastronomy, the art of choosing and eating good food.
  • 2Associate the prefix with gastrointestinal issues.
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stomach
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