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UK
- /ˈbaɪəʊ/informalnot-comparableadjective
US
- /ˌbaɪˈoʊ/
Meanings
Noun
a short biography or personal profile, especially on a website or event program
biology as a school subject or field of study
Adjective
biological or birth-related, especially in phrases like bio parent
Beyond the definition
"Bio" comes from the Greek bios meaning life, and it works as both a prefix and a standalone word. As a prefix, it appears in terms linked to living organisms and biological study—biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, and biodegradable materials. As a noun, people now use "bio" for a brief personal description, especially online: your social media bio or the familiar phrase "link in bio." If your goal is modern, conversational use, this shorthand is now one of the most common ways people use the word.
The prefix "bio-" comes from the Greek word bios, meaning "life." It is one of English's most versatile word-building elements, appearing in terms connected to living organisms, biological processes, and personal histories.
Most commonly, you'll meet it in scientific vocabulary: biology (the study of life), biochemistry (the chemistry of living systems), and biotechnology (using biology in practical applications). Beyond the lab, it also appears in environmental terms. Something biodegradable can be broken down naturally by microorganisms, while bioplastics are made from renewable biological sources such as plants. The biosphere refers to regions of Earth where life exists.
In modern culture, "bio" has also evolved into a standalone noun, usually meaning a short professional or personal biography. Your social media "bio" is the concise profile line that helps others know who you are, and the phrase "link in bio" has become common in online profiles. The same element also appears in biohacking, where people talk about trying to optimize health through biology-aware habits and technologies. Whether used for science, environmental language, or self-description, "bio-" is fundamentally tied to life.
Examples
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Conference program
The conference program includes a short bio for each speaker.
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Team page
Please send us a brief bio and a photo for the team page.
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Dating profile
His dating app bio made him sound much funnier than he is.
- Phrasedating app bio
the short self-description on your profile
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School lab
I can't stay after school today because I have bio lab.
More examplesFewer examples
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School subject
She used to hate bio, but now she wants to study medicine.
See also
Similar
- profile
- biographical sketch
- about me
Shades of meaning
Contrast
Used with (collocations)
- short bio
- author bio
- social media bio
- write a bio
Word family
Explore
- personal branding
- byline
Forms and spellings
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Main spelling
- bio