Prefixes

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.

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What does the prefix 're-' mean?

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The prefix 're-' means 'again' or 'back', as in 'reread' (read again).

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What does the prefix 'mis-' mean?

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The prefix 'mis-' means 'wrongly' or 'badly', as in 'misunderstand' (understand wrongly).

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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean?

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The prefix 'pre-' means 'before', as in 'precook' (cook before).

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not', as in 'unhappy' (not happy).

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What is the meaning of 'reread'?

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To read again.

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What is the meaning of 'misguide'?

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To guide wrongly.

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What is the meaning of 'precook'?

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To cook before.

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What is the meaning of 'unwise'?

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Not wise.

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What does 'preheat' mean?

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To heat before.