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Within or inner.

Example: endoscopy (viewing the inside of the body with a scope)

Sources

Appendix A: Word Parts and What They Mean · MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
Anatomy and Physiology 2e, Chapter 19 Key Terms · OpenStax

Terms built with endo-

endocrine glandA gland that releases hormones directly into the blood, without ducts.

Related terms

dys-Difficult, painful, or abnormal.
ecto-, exo-Outside or outer.
ef-Out of or away from.
en-In or inside.
epi-Upon, over, or on top of.
eu-Good, normal, or well.
ex-Out of, away from, or beyond.
extra-Outside of or beyond.

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