1. a combining form meaning 'height,' 'summit,' or 'extremity,' used in forming compound words
Usage: primarily used in scientific and technical terminology; from Greek akron meaning 'peak' or 'tip'

Examples

• The word 'acropolis' combines acro- (height) with polis (city), referring to a city built on a high hill.
• In 'acrobat,' the prefix acro- relates to performing feats at height or with extreme skill.
• The term 'acrophobia' uses acro- to describe an extreme fear of heights.
• 'Acronym' derives from acro- (extremity) and -onym (name), referring to a word formed from initial letters.
• Medical terms like 'acromegaly' use acro- to indicate abnormal growth of extremities.