What is another word for Hydro-?

Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪdɹə͡ʊ] (IPA)

The prefix "hydro-" is derived from the Greek word "hydor," meaning water. It is often used in scientific terms related to water or hydrogen. A few synonyms for the prefix "hydro-" are "aquatic," "aqueous," "watery," and "hydrous." These terms are commonly seen in subjects such as chemistry, biology, and geology. Examples of words related to "hydro-" include hydrology (the study of water), hydrothermal (related to hot water or steam), and hydroelectric (related to the production of electricity using water). Understanding the synonyms for the prefix "hydro-" can help in understanding and interpreting technical scientific terms more effectively.

What are the hypernyms for Hydro-?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
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Usage examples for Hydro-

Having become familiar with the principles of these Hydro-carbon engines from examination of the vehicle of the farm, and accustomed as he was to far more complex mechanisms than this crude affair, Hradzka could see at a glance how to operate it.
"Flight From Tomorrow"
Henry Beam Piper
I don't see the new Hydro-aeroplane."
"Dave Dashaway and his Hydroplane"
Roy Rockwood
It's about the stolen aero-hydroplane, or Hydro-aeroplane, they haven't just settled on the exact name."
"Dave Dashaway and his Hydroplane"
Roy Rockwood

Related words: hydroelectric power, hydropower, hydro-electricity, hydro-electric dam, hydro-electric plant, hydropower plant

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