meta-
/mɪˈta/prefix
Middle School
1
Behind.
2
Later or subsequent.
3
Situated between two segments.
4
Having fewer molecules of water than the ortho- equivalent.
5
in isomeric benzene derivatives, having the two substituents in alternate (1,3) positions; contrasted with ortho- and para-.
6
Relating to metabolism.
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