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lith/o — Stone

lith/o means stone. Ancient Greek source words and nature terminology examples: lithosphere.

Meaning and source words

Meaning: Stone

• Ancient Greek: λίθος (lithos)

Examples and word parts

lithosphere

The rigid outer part of Earth, including the crust and uppermost mantle.

Word parts: lith/o (stone) + sphere (ball or shell)

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