Mono
/ˈmɒn.oʊ/noun
A prefix meaning single or one, often used in scientific terminology.
Did you know?In ancient Greek, 'monos' not only meant 'one' but also carried connotations of solitude, often associated with the mystical journey of the individual soul.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*men-
“to think, to be mindful, which leads to the concept of unity and singularity.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
μόνος (monos)
“single, alone, emphasizing isolation or uniqueness.”
Latin
Latin
mon-
“a prefix indicating one or single.”
Old French
Old French
mon-
“used as a prefix to denote singularity.”
Modern English
English
mono-
“a prefix for denoting singularity, often in scientific and technical terms.”