/oʊ zɪks/ (OX-iks)

Definitions

1. noun

A suffix used in chemistry to denote a chemical auxiliary or a chemical auxiliary group.

“The compound ended in the aux suffix, indicating its role in the reaction.”

2. prefix

Prefix used in French to indicate auxiliary or helping, often used with verbs.

“The verb ‘aux’ is a conjugation of the verb ‘aider’, which means to help.”