Morphology Flashcard - Prefixes 9-11

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What does the prefix 'sub-' mean?

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under; below

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What does the prefix 'bi-' mean?

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two; twice

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What does the prefix 'semi-' mean?

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half; partial

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What is the meaning of the word 'subzero'?

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below zero

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What is the meaning of the word 'semiconscious'?

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partly conscious

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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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Give an example of a word with the prefix 'bi-'.

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bicycle (meaning two wheels)

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Give an example of a word with the prefix 'sub-'.

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submarine (meaning under the sea)

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Give an example of a word with the prefix 'semi-'.

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semicircle (meaning half a circle)

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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not; opposite of