Prefix with thermal or metric
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 30, 2026
Stuck on the clue Prefix with thermal or metric from the New York Times Midi for March 30, 2026? We have the correct 3-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
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Prefix with thermal or metric (3)
Answer
The answer to Prefix with thermal or metric is Geo (3 letters).
Why does Geo fit this clue?
This is a fill-in-the-blank clue where 'Prefix with thermal or metric' points to GEO, a combining form meaning earth or ground. GEO comes from the Greek word 'ge' meaning earth and commonly appears at the beginning of scientific and technical terms. When combined with 'thermal,' it forms 'geothermal,' referring to heat from the earth's interior, and when paired with 'metric,' it creates 'geometric,' relating to the mathematical study of shapes and spatial relationships that originated from measuring land.
What does Prefix with thermal or metric mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
prefix
noun
•a word part added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning
thermal
adjective
•relating to heat or temperature
metric
adjective
•relating to the metric system of measurement
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 18-across in the New York Times Midi on March 30, 2026, by Aaron Gee and Avery Gee Katz, edited by Ian Livengood. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Geo mean?
noun
•(Caithness) An inlet, gully or cleft in the face of a cliff.
Origin of the word Geo
•origin: Ancient Greek word 'gê' (γῆ)
•period: Ancient Greek (8th century BCE onwards)
The word is related to Gaia, the personification of Earth in Greek mythology, and forms the root of hundreds of modern scientific terms like geography, geology, and geometry.
How to use Geo in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Geo.
•“The scientists used geothermal energy to heat the building, tapping into the Earth's natural underground heat sources.”
•“The new GPS system relies on geolocation data to pinpoint exact coordinates anywhere on the planet.”
•“Students in the geography class studied geometric patterns found in natural rock formations around the world.”
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Frequently asked questions about Prefix with thermal or metric
- What is the answer to Prefix with thermal or metric?
- The answer is Geo (3 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Midi on March 30, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Prefix with thermal or metric have?
- The answer has 3 letters: Geo.
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NYT Midi — Mar 30, 2026
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editor
Ian Livengood
date
position
18 Across
answer length
3 letters