chemo

1 of 2

noun

che·​mo ˈkē-(ˌ)mō How to pronounce chemo (audio)

chemo-

2 of 2

combining form

variants or less commonly chemi-
1
: chemical : chemistry
chemotaxis
2
: chemically
chemisorb

Examples of chemo in a Sentence

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Noun
He was referred to City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Research and Treatment Center in Antelope Valley, about 45 minutes from his home, and began chemo in August 2021. Wendy Grossman Kantor, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024 When Russia began its full-scale invasion, Sonya's family was told the hospital was redirecting its resources to treat wounded soldiers, and Sonya's chemo would be delayed indefinitely. Time Photo Department, TIME, 26 Nov. 2024 Palliative care, surgery, radiation, chemo, monitoring for changes: These can all be options for pet owners. Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024 For example, one type of chemo that people with leukemia or lymphomas may get before a stem-cell transplant is known for inducing early menopause in about 80% of people. Katie Camero, SELF, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for chemo 

Word History

Etymology

Noun

by shortening

Combining form

chem- (in chemical entry 1) + -o-

First Known Use

Noun

1977, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chemo was in 1977

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“Chemo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chemo. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

chemo-

combining form
: chemical : chemistry
chemotaxis
Etymology

Combining form

scientific Latin, from Greek chēmeia "alchemy" — related to alchemy, chemistry

Medical Definition

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