-dyne

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek δύναμις (dúnamis, “force”), compare -dynamic. Originally prevalent in now often genericized trademarks.

Suffix

-dyne

1. (Engineering) Forms names of certain types of motors and electrical circuits.
3. (Aviation) Relating to propeller-powered flight.

Derived terms

English terms suffixed with -dyne

English terms suffixed with -dyne (aviation)

• synchrodyne

See also

• anodyne