Dictionary Skills

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What is the adjective form of the word 'minuscule'?

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minuscular

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What part of speech is the word 'import'?

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verb

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Which languages contain words that share the Latin origin of 'escapade'?

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Spanish and Italian

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From what language does the word 'contour' originate?

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French

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What does the word 'vacillate' mean?

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to waver

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What is the definition of 'adjective'?

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A word that describes or modifies a noun.

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What is the purpose of a dictionary?

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To provide definitions, pronunciations, and information about words.

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What is the difference between a noun and a verb?

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A noun is a person, place, thing, or idea, while a verb expresses an action or state of being.

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What is an example of a word that has a Latin origin?

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'Import' comes from the Latin 'importare'.

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What does 'etymology' refer to?

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The study of the origin of words and how their meanings have changed over time.