English Explanatory Dictionary

mast-

English dictionary entry

Meanings

prefix
  1. mastoid process.
prefix
  1. Relating to a breast or nipple.
  2. Relating to homologous mammary organs, such as udders.

Word forms

mast- masto-

Etymology

From Ancient Greek μάσταξ (mástax, “jaws, what chews”).

Synonyms

mammo-

Related words

mastoidal mastoidectomy mastoiditis -mastia

Derived words

mastoid mastectomy mastoplasty
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