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-an

A word ending that means relating to or belonging to.

un suffix

What it means

An ending that turns a noun into a describing word, as in ovarian (relating to the ovary), median (in the middle) and cesarean. In the longer form -ian it can name a person who practices something, such as a pediatrician or a physician.

Related terms

-al

A word ending that means relating to or belonging to.

-ic

A word ending that means relating to or belonging to.

-ary

A word ending that means relating to.

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