-malacia

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Softening.

Example: osteomalacia (softening of the bones)

Sources

• Appendix A: Word Parts and What They Mean · MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
• Anatomy and Physiology 2e, Chapter 25 Key Terms · OpenStax

Related terms

• -iumStructure or tissue.
• -logistSpecialist in the study and treatment of a body part or disease.
• -logyStudy of.
• -lysisBreaking down, destruction, or dissolving.
• -megalyEnlargement.
• -meterInstrument for measuring.
• -metryProcess of measuring.
• -oidResembling or like.

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