Physio
1.
a combining form representing physical, or physiological, in compound words:
physiotherapy.
/ˈfɪzɪəʊ/
noun
1.
(informal) short for physiotherapy, physiotherapist See physiotherapy
combining form
1.
of or relating to nature or natural functions: physiology
2.
physical: physiotherapy
word-forming element meaning “nature, natural, physical,” from Greek physio-, comb. form of physios “nature” (see physic).
physio- or physi- or phys-
pref.
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