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andr-, andro- — Male

andr-, andro- means male. Ancient Greek source words and medical terminology examples: androgen.

Meaning and source words

Meaning: Male

• Ancient Greek: ἀνήρ ἀνδρός (aner andros)

Examples and word parts

androgen

A hormone involved in male sexual development and other body functions.

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