Root Words and Their Meanings

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What is the meaning and origin of the root word 'meter/metr'?

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measure (Greek) - thermometer, perimeter

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What is the meaning and origin of the root 'ject'?

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throw (Latin) - projector, object

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What is the meaning of the Greek root 'mis/miso'?

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hate (Greek) - misanthrope, misogyny

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What is the meaning and origin of the root 'geo'?

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earth (Greek) - geography, geology

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What is the meaning of the root 'mono'?

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one (Greek) - monologue, monotonous

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What does the root 'graph' mean and where does it come from?

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write (Greek) - autograph, biography

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What is the meaning and origin of the root 'phon'?

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sound (Greek) - telephone, symphony

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What does the root 'port' mean?

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carry (Latin) - transport, portable

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What is the meaning of the root 'vis'?

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see (Latin) - vision, visible

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What does the root 'cred' mean?

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believe (Latin) - credit, incredible