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chlor-

chlor-

6.5
A prefix meaning green or showing a connection to the element chlorine in scientific words
  • other
  • Specialized
: cloro-
  • The prefix chlor- is used in words like chlorophyll, relating to the green pigment in plants.

Examples

  • The prefix chlor- is found in scientific words like chlorophyll and chlorine.

  • In chemistry, chlor- often indicates a connection to the element chlorine.

  • The term chlor- comes from the Greek word for green, reflecting the color of many compounds.

  • The leaves have a chlor- tint.

  • Is that chlor- compound safe for use?

  • In chemical terminology, chlor- signifies a relationship to chlorine, an important element in many reactions.

  • The word chlor- derives from the Greek term meaning green, which is evident in various scientific contexts.

Synonyms

chloro-
vschlor-
  • Specialized
1 6.1

A part added at the start of a word that shows green colour or that the word has chlorine

is identical in meaning but written without the connecting vowel

Surface Forms

chlor- main

Etymology

Chlor- comes from a Greek word meaning 'green'. You can see it in chlorine and chlorophyll, so chlor- usually points to 'green' or to the chemical chlorine.