Crypto- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “hidden, secret .” It is used in many scientific, medical, and other technical terms. Crypto- comes from the Greek kryptós, meaning “hidden.” The word crypt also derives from this root.
Crypto- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “hidden, secret .” It is used in many scientific, medical, and other technical terms. Crypto- comes from the Greek kryptós, meaning “hidden.” The word crypt also derives from this root.