-zoic

See also: zoic

English

Etymology

Borrowed from Ancient Greek ζωϊκός (zōïkós), from ζῷον (zôion, “animal”).

Suffix

-zoic

1. Relating to some specified form of animal existence
2. Relating to some specified geologic period

Usage notes

• Some words (e.g. benzoic) are derived from -oic.

Derived terms

English terms suffixed with -zoic

Translations

Translations

• Polish: -zoik m