neo-
English
Etymology
From Ancient Greek prefix νεο- (neo-), from νέος (neos, “new, young”).
Prefix
neo-
- New.
- (organic chemistry) Having a structure, similar to that of neopentane, in which each hydrogen atom of a methyl group has been replaced by an alkyl group
Derived terms
terms derived from neo-
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Translations
Finnish
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Prefix
neo-
Usage notes
Nouns with this prefix are capitalized, just like other nouns in German.
Derived terms
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Etymology
From the Ancient Greek prefix νεο- (neo-), from νέος (neos) "new, young".
Prefix
neo-