lipo
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A word part that shows a word is about fat
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lipo-
- In medical terms, lipo is often used to describe conditions related to abnormal fat distribution.
Examples
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He did not rotate his sites and he has very clear lipo hypertrophy.
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So some of the people, I've heard some doctors say this right here, while lipo dystrophy is not life threatening, so who cares?
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E ke onaona noho i ka lipo
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The surgeon explained that lipo refers to a procedure designed to remove excess fat from the body.
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Many people consider lipo as an option for reducing localized fat deposits after diet and exercise.
Compounds
Lipo-Lutin
- Specialized
9.9
A medicine with a female hormone that helps the uterus prepare for and keep a pregnancy
Surface Forms
lipo main
Etymology
Lipo is a combining form that comes from the Greek root lipo- meaning 'fat'. You can see it in words like lipid and liposuction, so when scientists use lipo- it usually points to something to do with fat.
