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The root of orthodontist is "dont," which means "tooth." The prefix "ortho" means "correct" or "straight." So, an orthodontist makes teeth straight.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoortho- means straightening or alignment. dont- teeth. Thus, orthdontist is composed of straightening teeth :D
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What words have the root word ortho?
Orthodontist, and Orthodox.
How does an individual define the word root?
A root is the part of a plant that attaches itself to the ground. It supports the plant by giving it water and other nutrients that replenish it.
How do you spell orthodontist?
The correct spelling is "orthodontist."
Is condensation a base or a root word?
Con is the root word in that word. The base is condense.
What is the root word for combine?
There is no root.
What words have the root word ortho?
Orthodontist, and Orthodox.
What words have the root word don?
orthodontist, condone, donation, donor, pardon...
What is the root word for defined?
Define
What is the root word for definitely?
Finite
Is definition and define the same?
Both words derive from the same word root, but 'definition' is a noun, and 'to define' is a verb.
Identify and define the root in the word decapitate?
bagaluor conseluor or "to cut"
What does the root odontos mean?
"Odonto" is Greek for "teeth". As in orthODONTist.
What is a sentence for the word orthodontist?
An orthodontist can treat many problems that people have with their teeth.
How does an individual define the word root?
A root is the part of a plant that attaches itself to the ground. It supports the plant by giving it water and other nutrients that replenish it.
What part of speech is the word orthodontist?
It is a noun.
Can you define a word with its root such as taxable can you define it with tax?
Yes, but only if the root word is as simple as "tax." It has to be very common, so that any synonyms or replacement terms would make the definition more confusing instead of being helpful. When the root word is uncommon (for example, if your word is "uncorroborated") it's usually best to use synonyms in the definitions (don't just say "not corroborated," say "not certain or supported with evidence.") Hope that helped!
Define the meaning of the base word?
A base word is the root word. Suppose you take the word added. Add would be the base word. Another example clapping- clap would be the base word.
