Root {miss/mit} Flashcard

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What does the root 'miss/mit' mean?

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The root 'miss/mit' means 'to send' or 'to let go'.

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What is a 'mission'?

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A mission is a specific task or purpose that someone is sent to accomplish.

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What is an 'intermission'?

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An intermission is a break or pause during a performance or event.

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What does 'emit' mean?

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To emit means to send out or give off, such as light, sound, or odor.

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What does 'dismiss' mean?

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To dismiss means to allow someone to leave or to send away.

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What does 'submit' mean?

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To submit means to present or hand in something for consideration or approval.

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What is the difference between 'omit' and 'permit'?

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Omit means to leave out or exclude, while permit means to allow or give permission.

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Give an example of something that can 'emit' a pleasant odor.

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Flowers can emit a pleasant odor.

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What is a 'transmission'?

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A transmission is the act of sending something from one place to another, often used in the context of signals or messages.

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What does 'remit' mean?

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To remit means to send money or payment, often as a gift or for a service.