scolec- root words — words with the scolec- root

The root scolec- comes from Greek skolex, meaning worm. 2 words in Dendril are built from it, including scolecite, scolex. Dendril shows them on a free interactive word map — no signup, no ads.

Words that use the scolec- root

Explore words with scolec- — words containing the scolec- root and sharing its sense of "worm". Examples include scolecite, scolex. Click any word to see its own roots, definition, and related words.

What does scolec- mean?

The scolec- root means worm, from Greek skolex. Recognizing it helps you decode and remember the many English words built on this root.