How does the word sound?
History of this Word
"luteo" is from "louteus" (saffron-yellow) spoken by ancient people in central Italy around 700 B.C.
Notes
In this sense, it is a word added to another word to form a new word.
More words with this prefix,
luteocobaltic
luteous
Definition
A prefix added to the start of a word. Indicates that "golden yellow" modifies the word. Created to expand meanings. Can be used with many words to form new words.
Examples of how the word is used
| The secretion is controlled by the luteinizing hormone. |
| Luteolin may help promote healthy blood glucose levels. |