de/trans prefix

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What does the prefix 'de-' mean?

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The prefix 'de-' means to remove, reverse, or reduce something.

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What does the prefix 'trans-' mean?

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The prefix 'trans-' means across, beyond, or through.

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What is a transformation?

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A transformation is a process of change in form, appearance, or structure.

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What is a delay?

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A delay is a period of time by which something is late or postponed.

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What does it mean to be delighted?

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To be delighted means to feel great pleasure or joy.

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What does it mean for an activity to decline?

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For an activity to decline means that it is decreasing or becoming less frequent.

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What does it mean to transport something?

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To transport something means to carry or move it from one place to another.

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Can you give an example of a word with the 'de-' prefix?

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An example is 'dehydrate,' which means to remove water from something.

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Can you give an example of a word with the 'trans-' prefix?

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An example is 'transport,' which means to carry something across a distance.

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What is the process of metamorphosis in butterflies?

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Metamorphosis is the process where a caterpillar transforms into a butterfly.