Understanding Word Roots and Meanings

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What does the root 'tele-' mean?

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The root 'tele-' means 'far.'

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What does 'telepathic' most likely mean?

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Communicating across distance without speaking.

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What does the prefix 'auto-' mean?

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The prefix 'auto-' means 'self.'

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What does 'autopilot' most likely mean?

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A system that works by itself.

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What does the prefix 'micro-' mean?

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The prefix 'micro-' means 'small.'

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What does 'microscope' most likely mean?

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A device for looking at small things.

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What does the root 'geo-' mean?

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The root 'geo-' means 'earth.'

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What does 'geography' most likely mean?

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Study of earth.

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What does the root 'aqua-' mean?

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The root 'aqua-' means 'water.'

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What does 'aquarium' most likely mean?

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A container for water.