Clinical Context
Used to describe structures or substances that resemble something
Examples
thyroid
shield-like gland
steroid
solid-like compound
hemorrhoid
flowing-like (varicose vein)
mucoid
mucus-like
fibroid
fiber-like tumor
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the suffix "-oid"
What does the suffix "-oid" mean?+
The suffix "-oid" comes from Greek and means resembling, like.
How is this suffix used in medical terminology?+
Used to describe structures or substances that resemble something
What are some common medical terms using this suffix?+
thyroid (shield-like gland), steroid (solid-like compound), hemorrhoid (flowing-like (varicose vein)), mucoid (mucus-like), fibroid (fiber-like tumor)