chori-

1 of 2

combining form (1)

variants or chorio-
1
: chorion : chorionic
choriocarcinoma
chorioma
2
: choroid : choroid and
choriocele
chorioretinal

chori-

2 of 2

combining form (2)

: separated : distinct
choripetalous

Word History

Etymology

Combining form (1)

New Latin, from Greek chorio-, from chorion

Combining form (2)

New Latin, from Greek chōri, chōris apart; akin to Greek chēros left, bereaved

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“Chori-.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chori-. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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