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In transport, "port" is a root linked to carry.
What does Root mean?
A root is the main meaning part of a word.
Dictionary definition
The core part of a word that holds its main meaning.
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Root in a sentence
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Knowing roots can help you guess word meaning.
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A root may combine with prefixes and suffixes to build new words.
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Practice 1
What does root mean?
Root means the main meaning part of a word.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to root?
Plant Base is close to root in this main meaning.
Practice 3
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: In transport, "port" is a ____ linked to carry.
Root best completes the sentence.
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MeaningRoot means A root is the main meaning part of a word.
ExampleExample: In transport, "port" is a root linked to carry.
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plant baseUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
originUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
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Hint for students
A root is the main meaning part of a word.
Common mix-up
Root is not the same as branch. Root means a root is the main meaning part of a word.
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Read this model sentence: Knowing roots can help you guess word meaning. Clue words: word, meaning, knowing. Underline clue words that show why root fits instead of branch. Now write one new sentence that shows root without using the word root. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show root?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Knowing roots can help you guess word meaning." Why does root fit better than branch?
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