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Glossary term P

Prefix

Definition

A prefix is an affix that is joined before a root or stem.

Examples

The prefix un- attaches to the front of the stem selfish to form the word unselfish.

See also

Root Stem

Sources 3

  1. Crystal 1980, 281
  2. Hartmann and Stork 1972, 182
  3. Mish 1991, 927
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