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Words with Root “leuk-” in English (US)
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leuk- Greek origin, meaning 'white,' referring to white blood cells.
hyperleucocytosis
7 syllables17 letters
hy·per·leuk·o·cy·to·sis
/ˌhaɪpərˌluːkoʊsaɪˈtoʊsɪs/
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Hyperleucocytosis is a seven-syllable noun with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. It's derived from Greek roots indicating an excessive number of white blood cells. Syllable division follows standard onset-rime and vowel-consonant rules, accounting for vowel clusters and diphthongs.