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cyano-

, cyan- ( sī-an'-ō, sī-an' ),

1. Combining form meaning blue.

2. Chemical prefix frequently used in naming compounds that contain the cyanide group, CN.

[G. kyanos, a dark blue substance]

Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

cyano-

1. Combining forms meaning blue.

2. Chemical prefixes frequently used in naming compounds that contain the cyanide group, CN.

[G. kyanos, a dark blue substance]

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

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