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ptero-

  1. a combining form meaning “wing,” “feather,” used in the formation of compound words:

    pterodactyl.

ptero-

combining_form

  1. wing, feather, or a part resembling a wing

    pterodactyl

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of ptero-1

< New Latin, combining form representing Greek pterón
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Word History and Origins

Origin of ptero-1

from Greek pteron wing, feather
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Example Sentences

At the bar, you can order $5 ptero-daiquiri shots—a sign advertises them with a cartoon pterodactyl and a “Rawwr!!!”

What are Mega-what's-its-names and Ptero-what-do-you-call-thems?

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