Phleb-
1.
a combining form meaning “vein,” used in the formation of compound words:
phlebosclerosis.
combining form
1.
indicating a vein: phlebotomy
word-forming element in medicine meaning “vein,” from Greek phlebo-, comb. form of phleps “vein,” of uncertain origin.
phlebo- or phleb-
pref.
Vein: phlebotomy.
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