Prefix semi-

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What does the prefix semi- mean?

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half of or partial

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semisweet

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half sweet or partial sweet

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semiweekly (in the sentence: They attend couples counseling sessions on a semi-weekly basis.)

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happening twice a week

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She beat me in the semi-finals two years ago and it was a big experience. According to the sentence what does the word semi-finals mean?

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Round in a competition before the finals

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Semicircular (in the sentence: The chairs were placed in a semicircular arrangement.)

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In the shape of a half circle or arc

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The riverbed was semi-dry after we went two full weeks without any rain. The word semi-dry means____.

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Partially dry

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Semiformal (in the context: "She wore a semiformal gown to the wedding.")

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More formal than casual but less formal than black tie

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semiprecious

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valued for their beauty but not as rare or expensive as precious stones

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The crash led to the semitruck going off the side of the west side of the bridge. What does the word semitruck mean in the sentence?

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Large truck with a tractor unit and semi-trailer for carrying freight

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semiannual (in the context: He sheds very little and needs only an occasional brushing and semiannual trimming to keep his coat at its best.)

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Occurring twice a year