Homonym: meso (Middle)
The term "meso" is derived from the Greek word for "middle" and is used in various fields to denote an intermediate scale or level. In geography, it can refer to regions that are larger than local areas but smaller than national ones, often used in studies of climate or ecosystems.
In biology, "meso" can describe structures or organisms that are intermediate in size or complexity. For example, mesophyll refers to the tissue in plant leaves that is situated between the upper and lower epidermis, playing a crucial role in photosynthesis.