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This resource provides an extensive exploration of marine terminology, including the meaning of "marine" as it relates to both the sea and military service. Additionally, it delves into the concept of sympathy, offering insights into related terms like penitentiary and matriarch. The document also covers prefixes and suffixes, highlighting examples such as "underhanded" and "butcher." Designed for language learners, this compilation enhances vocabulary through clear definitions and context to aid comprehension and retention.
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Mar: sea marine—of or found in the sea Marine—a member of the Marine Corp, a branch of the U.S. armed forces trained for land, sea, and aerial combat
Path-suffering; feeling Sympathy—pity or compassion for another’s troubles
Pen/pun: penalty; to punish Penitentiary—a state or federal prison for persons convicted of serious crimes.
Matri: mother Matriarch—a woman who rules a family, tribe, etc.
Luc: light Lucid—shining; transparent; clear, readily understood
PrefixUnder-: under Underhanded—deceitful Underpants--(Do I need to explain?)
Suffix --er/or: one who does Butcher, baker, candlestick maker…