Greek/Latin Roots para/ord/pos

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What does the root 'para' mean?

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beside, near

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What does the root 'pos' mean?

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to place, put, or lay

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What is the definition of 'posture'?

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the way in which your body is positioned when you are sitting or standing

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What does the root 'ord' or 'ordin' mean?

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order

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What is a synonym for 'depository'?

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warehouse

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Provide an example of a word that uses the root 'para'.

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parachute (meaning beside or against the ground)

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Provide an example of a word that uses the root 'pos'.

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position (meaning the place where someone or something is located)

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Provide an example of a word that uses the root 'ord'.

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ordinary (meaning in a state of order or regularity)

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What is the meaning of 'repository'?

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a place where things are stored or deposited

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What does 'paralegal' mean?

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a person trained to assist lawyers in legal work, meaning beside the law