English word photophore comes from English -phore (Bearer, carrier or conveyor.), English photo- (Light, electromagnetic radiation. Photography.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -phore | English (eng) | Bearer, carrier or conveyor. |
| photo- | English (eng) | Light, electromagnetic radiation. Photography. |
| photophore | English (eng) | (biology) A light-emitting organ, found in some fish and other marine animals.. (medicine) A form of endoscope using an electric light. |