The prefix "cerebro-" is derived from the Latin word "cerebrum" which means brain. This prefix is commonly used in words that describe different aspects of the brain, such as cerebrospinal fluid (the fluid that surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord) or cerebrovascular disease (a group of conditions that affect the blood vessels in the brain). Synonyms for cerebro- include encephalo-, which also means brain, and neuro-, which refers to the nervous system. These prefixes are often used interchangeably, depending on the context of the word being used.