Greek & Latin Roots I

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What does the root word 'form' mean?

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The root word 'form' (from Latin) means 'shape'.

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What does the word 'formless' mean?

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Having no shape.

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What does the root word 'port' mean?

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The root word 'port' (from Latin) means 'carry'.

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What does 'export' mean?

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To send out goods to be sold in another country.

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What does the root 'tele' mean?

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The root 'tele' (from Greek) means 'far'.

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What is a telescope used for?

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A telescope is used to look at the moon or stars.

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What does the word 'television' mean?

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A system of sending images and sounds over long distances.

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What does the root word 'spec' mean?

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The root word 'spec' (from Latin) means 'look'.

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What does 'inspect' mean?

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To look at something carefully.

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What are spectators?

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Spectators are the people sitting in the stands at a game.