Terr Root Words

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What does the root word 'terr' mean?

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It means 'land' or 'earth'.

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What does the root word 'terra' refer to?

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It refers to 'earth' or 'land'.

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What does 'territory' mean?

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It means a region or land that is owned or controlled.

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What is a 'terrarium'?

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An indoor enclosure for keeping and raising living animals and plants and observing them under natural conditions.

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What does 'extraterrestrial' mean?

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It means located outside of Earth.

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What does 'terrain' refer to?

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It refers to a piece of land having specific characteristics.

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What does 'subterranean' mean?

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It means being under the surface of the earth.

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Can you give an example of a word with the root 'terr'?

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Territory, terrarium, terrestrial.

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What is the difference between 'terra' and 'terr'?

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'Terra' is often used in scientific contexts, while 'terr' is a prefix used in various words.

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What does 'terrestrial' mean?

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It means relating to the earth or land.