Medical Prefix
multi-
multi- means many or much (from the Latin multus, meaning many).
What does multi- mean?
The prefix multi- means many or much. It comes from the Latin word multus. It appears in words describing more than one of something. For example, a multigravida is a woman who has been pregnant more than once. It contrasts with primi- (first) and overlaps in meaning with the Greek prefix poly- (many).
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Frequently asked questions
What does multi- mean?
The prefix multi- means many or much and comes from Latin.
What is a multigravida?
It is a woman who has been pregnant more than once, combining multi- (many) with gravida (pregnancy).
What is the difference between multi- and poly-?
Both mean many. Multi- is from Latin and poly- is from Greek, and the two often appear in different established terms.
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