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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

nocti

night

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Yes
Yes
Yes, combining form

Examples

Definition

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equinoctial (3)

(adj.) - equal + night = relating to the equinox; one of the two days of the year when day time and night time are equal.

noctambulist (3)

(noun) - night + walker = sleepwalker; one who walks in their sleep.

noctilucent cloud (5)

(noun) - night + shine = a thin luminous cloud, often colored, seen at twilight in the upper skies.

nocturnal (2)

(adj.) - from the Latin word = relating to, occurring in, or active at night. Nocturnally is the adverb form.

nocturne (5)

(noun) - from the Latin word = a painting dealing with evening or night; a dreamy piano composition.