Greek and Latin Root: TRACT

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What does the term 'abstract' mean?

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Pulled away from direct relation to anything; impersonal as in attitude or views.

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What is 'traction' in a medical context?

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A pull to the arm or leg muscles to bring a bone back into place when it is dislocated or fractured.

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What does 'subtract' mean?

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To pull some out; therefore having less left over.

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What is a 'tractor'?

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A powerful vehicle that pulls farm machines and hauls heavy loads.

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What does 'retraction' mean?

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A statement or promise that is pulled back or taken back.

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What does the root 'tract' generally relate to?

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The concept of pulling or drawing.

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Give an example of a word that uses the root 'tract'.

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Attract - to pull towards.

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What does 'contract' mean in terms of pulling?

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To pull together or make smaller.

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What is the meaning of 'distract'?

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To pull attention away from something.

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What does 'protract' mean?

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To pull out or extend something over time.