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Combining Form

Description:

A combining form is a linguistic element that is placed before or attached to the stem of a word to create a new word or modify the meaning of the stem. It is a type of affix used in word formation.

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Senses:

Sense 1: When used in a grammatical sense, a combining form can be a prefix or a suffix that adds meaning to a word.

Example Sentence: The prefix "un-" in "unhappy" adds a negative meaning to the word.

Sense 2: In medical terminology, a combining form is a word part added to the beginning or end of a root or stem to create a medical term.

Example Sentence: The combining form "cardio-" is used in words like "cardiology" to refer to the study of the heart.

Sense 3: In mathematics, a combining form can be used to create mathematical expressions by combining numerical or algebraic elements.

Example Sentence: The combining form "poly-" is used in words like "polygon" to refer to a shape with many sides.

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