hypo-, hyp-
(Greek: under, below, beneath; less than; too little; deficient, diminished; used as a prefix)
hypodermatic
hypodermic
hypodermis
hypodermoclysis, hypodermatoclysis
1. Subcutaneous injection of a saline or other solution.
2. The injection of nutrient fluids under the skin in the collapse resulting from cholera or other exhausting diseases.
2. The injection of nutrient fluids under the skin in the collapse resulting from cholera or other exhausting diseases.
hypodermolithiasis
Subcutaneous deposits of calcium. Also: calcinosis cutis.
hypodiastole
hypodipsia
A diminished thirst with a consequential reduction of fluid intake.
hypodontia
hypodynamia
hypodynamic
hypoemia
hypoergy
hypoertgia
An abnormally low sensitivity to stimuli: Roger’s hypoesthesia was especially noticeable in his auditory abilities.
hypoesthetic, hypoaesthesic (adjective); more hypoesthetic, most hypoesthetic; more hypoaesthesic, most hypoaesthesic
Characterized by an abnormally low sensitivity to stimuli: Jacob’s hypoesthetic response to painful stimuli, such as touching a hot surface, meant that he needed to wear protective gloves when working at the kitchen stove.
