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What is the suffix -tocia means?

The suffix "-tocia" refers to childbirth or labor.

It is derived from the Greek word "tokos," meaning "birth" or "offspring."

Here are some examples of words using the suffix "-tocia":

* Dystocia: Difficult or abnormal childbirth.

* Eutocia: Normal and easy childbirth.

* Premature tocia: Childbirth occurring before 37 weeks of pregnancy.

* Postpartum tocia: The period after childbirth.

So, whenever you see "-tocia" at the end of a word, it is likely related to the process of giving birth.

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