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What does the medical terminology combining form vis- mean?

The medical terminology combining form vis- means "sight".

Here are some examples of words using this combining form:

* Visually: relating to sight

* Visceral: relating to the internal organs (originally, those thought to be "seen" by the mind)

* Visiometer: a device for measuring visual acuity

* Visuomotor: relating to both sight and movement

* Visceral leishmaniasis: a parasitic disease that affects the internal organs

It's important to note that while the root of the combining form vis- is Latin, its usage in medical terminology is influenced by Greek roots.

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