Definition of Hipo-
Hy"po- (?). [Gr. &?; under, beneath; akin to L.
sub. See Sub-.] 1. A prefix
signifying a less quantity, or a low state or
degree, of that denoted by the word with which it is joined,
or position under or beneath.
2. (Chem.) A prefix denoting that the
element to the name of which it is prefixed enters with a low
valence, or in a low state of oxidization, usually the
lowest, into the compounds indicated; as,
hyposulphurous acid.
- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
- below, beneath or under
- hypodermic
- deficient, less than normal
- hypotensive
- (Chemistry) In the lowest oxidation state
- hyposulphate
- The Nuttall Encyclopedia
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