Prefix sub Flashcard

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What does the prefix 'sub-' mean?

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The prefix 'sub-' means 'under' or 'below'.

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What does 'submerge' mean?

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To submerge means to put something under water or to cover it completely.

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What does 'subfreezing' refer to?

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Subfreezing refers to temperatures that are below freezing, typically 32°F (0°C).

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What does 'subcutaneous' mean?

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Subcutaneous means located or occurring under the skin.

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Give an example of a word that uses the prefix 'sub-' and means to go under water.

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Submerge.

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What is the opposite of 'submerge'?

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The opposite of 'submerge' is 'emerge', which means to come out of water.

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What does 'subirrigate' mean?

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Subirrigate means to water plants from below the soil surface.

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What is a common use of the word 'sub-' in everyday language?

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A common use is in the word 'submarine', which means a vessel that goes under water.

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What does 'subjected' mean?

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Subjected means to be put under the control or influence of something.

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What is an example of a subfreezing temperature?

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An example of a subfreezing temperature is -10°F.