Medical Root Words
Mamm-
Commonly found in discussions of breast health and anatomy.
Literal Meaning
Breast
Actual Meaning
This refers to the BREAST. So "mammogram" is a breast X-ray.
Examples in Context

Mammography is a key screening tool for early breast cancer detection.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Remember 'Mamm-' from mammals which also have breasts.
  • 2Use 'mammography' to recall its relation to breast examination.
Phrase Thesaurus
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