Word Parts FLASHCARD #1

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What does the root word 'mem' mean?

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The root word 'mem' means 'remember'.

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What does the prefix 'anti-, ant-' mean?

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The prefix 'anti-, ant-' means 'against'.

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What is a 'waitress'?

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A 'waitress' is a female restaurant server.

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What does the prefix 'by-' mean in words like 'bystander' and 'bypass'?

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The prefix 'by-' means 'side, close, near'.

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What does 'portable' mean?

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'Portable' means that something can be easily carried.

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What does the root word 'chron' mean?

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The root word 'chron' means 'time'.

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What does the prefix 'port-' mean?

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The prefix 'port-' means 'carry'.

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What does the root word 'dia' mean?

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The root word 'dia' means 'through' or 'across'.

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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean?

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The prefix 'pre-' means 'before'.

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What does the suffix '-ess' indicate?

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The suffix '-ess' indicates a female role or occupation.