Anthro, derived from the Latin word "anthropos," refers to the study or science of human beings or humanity. In Latin, "anthropos" means "man" or "human being." The term "anthro" is commonly used as a prefix in fields such as anthropology, which is the study of human societies and cultures, as well as various other disciplines that focus on the understanding of human nature, behavior, and characteristics. The Latin origin emphasizes the human-centric nature of these fields of study.