5 letter words ending in TRO

Heres the information you requested on "vitro": 1. Parts of Speech: Adverb 2. Definitions: - In an artificial environment outside a living organism (e.g. in a test tube or petri dish). - (obsolete) In glass. 3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈvɪtroʊ/; UK: /ˈvɪtrəʊ/ 4. Origin and Usage: - The word "vitro" comes from the Latin word "vitrum" which means "glass". - The adverb "vitro" is used to describe experiments or processes that are conducted outside of a living organism, typically in a test tube or petri dish. This term is commonly used in scientific research and medical contexts. 5. Synonyms: - In vitro is a specific term and does not have any synonyms. 6. Related Words: - retro, intro, nitro, metro, electroporation 7. Example Sentences: - The researchers conducted an in vitro study to test the effectiveness of the new drug. - The bacteria were grown in vitro in a petri dish. - The use of in vitro fertilization has become more common in recent years.

Parts of Speech

Retro is an adjective and a prefix.

Definitions

As an adjective, retro refers to a style or trend that is reminiscent of the past. As a prefix, retro- means backward or behind.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈrɛtroʊ/

UK: /ˈrɛtrəʊ/

Origin and Usage

The word retro comes from the Latin word retro meaning backward. It first appeared in English in the 1970s as a shortened form of the word retrospective. As a prefix, retro- has been used in English since the early 20th century.

Synonyms

Antique, old-fashioned, vintage, classic, nostalgic, old-school.

Related Words

Trace, trial, trade, train, tract.

Example Sentences

• She decorated her house with retro furniture from the 1960s.
• The bands sound is a retro mix of funk and soul.
• The artists new album has a retro feel to it.
• The company is bringing back a retro line of clothing from the 1980s.
• The car has a retro design that is reminiscent of the 1950s.