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What is a prefix?

Prefix

A letter, syllable, or word added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.

Examples:
a-float
re-apply
under-appreciated

(Hyphens added just to show the prefix. These words should not be hyphenated.)

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11/4/2011 6:27:03 AM
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