1.
prefix (also par-)
1. beside (paramilitary).
2 beyond (paranormal).
3 Chem. a modification of (paraldehyde). b relating to diametrically opposite carbon atoms in a benzene ring (paradichlorobenzene).
Etymology: from or after Gk para- f. para beside, past, beyond 2.
comb. form protect, ward off (parachute; parasol).
Etymology: F f. It. f. L parare defend