The suffix -er, -or

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What does the suffix -er mean?

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The suffix -er indicates 'a person who' or 'that which'.

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What does the suffix -or mean?

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The suffix -or also indicates 'a person who' or 'that which', often used in professions.

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What is a banker?

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A banker is a person who handles money at a bank.

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What does the word hunter mean?

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A hunter is a person or an animal who kills other animals for food or sport.

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What is a calculator used for?

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A calculator is used to perform mathematical calculations.

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a part added to the beginning of a word.

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Give an example of a word with the suffix -er.

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Teacher.

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Give an example of a word with the suffix -or.

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Doctor.

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What is the difference between a prefix and a suffix?

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A prefix is added to the beginning of a word, while a suffix is added to the end.

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What does the suffix -er indicate in the word 'baker'?

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It indicates a person who bakes.