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Greek and Latin Prefixes, Roots and Suffixes used in English
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Basic term

Meaning

Greek
Latin
Prefix
Suffix

arbor

tree

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Examples

Definition

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arboreal (4)

(adj.) - From the Latin word. = Of or like a tree or living in the trees.

arboretum (3)

(adj.) - tree + place. = A place for the study and display of trees.

arboriculture (4)

(noun) - tree + culture. = Growing trees and shrubs, especially for ornamental purposes. Arboricultural is the adjective form.

arborist (4)

(noun) - From the Latin word. = One who takes care of trees.

arborvitae (4)

(noun) - tree + life. = A type of evergreen tree or shrub of the cypress family which usually has closely overlapping leaves and are used as ornaments and hedges.