ileo-

See also: ileo and íleo

English

Alternative forms

• ile- (before a vowel)

Etymology

From international scientific vocabulary, reflecting a New Latin combining form, from ileum.

Prefix

ileo-

1. Of or relating to the ileum, the distal portion of the small intestine.

Usage notes

Do not confuse ileo- ("ileum [of gut]") with ilio- ("ilium [of pelvis]").

Coordinate terms

• duodeno-
• gastro-
• jejuno-

Derived terms

English terms prefixed with ileo-

Anagrams

• Eloi, Loei

Spanish

Prefix

ileo-

1. (anatomy) ileo-

   Synonym: ilio-

Derived terms

Spanish terms prefixed with ileo-