physio-

1. a combining form representing physical or physiological in compound words.

   physiotherapy.

physio-

¹

combining form

1. of or relating to nature or natural functions

   physiology

2. physical

   physiotherapy

physio

²

/ ˈfɪzɪəʊ /

noun

1. informal,  short for physiotherapy , physiotherapist See physiotherapy

Word History and Origins

Origin of physio-¹

< Greek physio- combining form of phýsis origin, form, natural order. See physis, -o-

Word History and Origins

Origin of physio-¹

from Greek phusio, from phusis nature, from phuein to make grow

Example Sentences

Again, there were signs of wear and tear as he called for the physio to treat a neck issue and then a problem with his right forearm against German Struff.

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Djokovic's momentum slowed slightly as he seemed to struggle with his neck and he called for the physio immediately after coming through the opening set 6-3.

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The metamorphosis has been accelerated by the hard graft demanded by fitness trainer Matt Little and physio Shane Annun - who were core pillars of Andy Murray's team before joining Draper earlier this year.

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Clinic staff start early in the morning, walking around the docks and coaxing workers off the boats with promises of free health screenings and physio.

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"It is so weird to go from the start of a Test week, thinking 'one last push', to ending up on a physio's table wondering what the future holds."

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