agri-

1. a combining form with the meaning “agriculture, farming,” used in the formation of compound words.

   agribusiness.

Word History and Origins

Origin of agri-¹

Extracted from agriculture, with agri taken as a combining form with the linking vowel -i-

Example Sentences

"Only about 10–15% of India's cold storage facilities are suitable for storing frozen foods," says Vijay Kumar Nayak, co-founder of Indo Agri Foods, an exporter of Indian food.

From BBC

His segment predicted a huge restoration of British woodlands thanks to genetic engineering and multi-storey agri facilities, leading to the return of animals including the brown bear.

From BBC

"Agri Stats provides vital benchmarking services that help keep production costs and prices low for consumers," Bernick said in an email.

From Reuters

Tyson did not respond to questions about whether the company uses Agri Stats reports or provide comment on the lawsuit.

From Reuters

The companies using Agri Stats reports account for more than 90% of broiler chicken, 80% of pork, and 90% of turkey sales in the U.S., the DOJ said in a press release.

From Reuters

When To Use

What does agri- mean?

Agri- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “agriculture” or "farming." It is often used in scientific and technical terms, especially in agriculture.Agri- is extracted from agriculture, meaning "the science, art, or occupation concerned with cultivating land and raising livestock,” ultimately from Latin ager, meaning “field.”What are variants of agri-?When combined with words or word elements beginning with a vowel, agri- becomes agr-.Agri- is closely related to the Greek-based prefix agro-. Want to know more? Read our Words That Use article on the form.