epi Definition
a prefix meaning 'on', 'upon', 'above', 'over', 'near', 'beside', 'among', 'at', 'before', 'after'.
Using epi: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "epi" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The epidermis is the outermost layer of skin.
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The epicenter of the earthquake was in the middle of the city.
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The epidemic spread rapidly throughout the country.
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The epilogue of the book provided a satisfying conclusion to the story.
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Summary: epi in Brief
The prefix 'epi' [ˈɛpi] means 'on', 'upon', 'above', 'over', 'near', 'beside', 'among', 'at', 'before', or 'after'. It is used in words like 'epidermis', 'epicenter', 'epidemic', and 'epilogue'.
