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Etymology · Ancient Greek

μετα-

4 English words descend from Ancient Greek μετα-, most common first.

meta-Behind.
metanotumThe dorsal portion of the metathorax of insects
metapodeThe posterior division of the foot in the Gastropoda and Pteropoda.
metosteonThe posterolateral ossification in the sternum of birds, or the part resulting from such ossification.