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auto- combining form from Greek αυτός (autos) = self, giving the meaning of self-, same-, or self-caused-
bio- combining form of Greek βίος (vi-os) = life; akin to Latin vīvus = living
-graphy from Greek γράφειν (graphein) = to write
Thus autobiography is something like "self-life-writing"
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Is auto a root or a prefix?
The use of auto- is as a prefix meaning "self" (as in "by itself"). (You can see a list at the related question.)
What does the prefix auto mean?
It means Self.Self,Same
What is the prefix for selfish?
the prefix for selfish can be unselfish, but this word usually just has suffix
What is the definition of the prefix auto?
In means cAr or trucks
Is the word solar a prefix or a suffix word?
Solar in NOT a root word its self it has the PREFIX _sol_ in it meaning sun!
Is auto a root or a prefix?
The use of auto- is as a prefix meaning "self" (as in "by itself"). (You can see a list at the related question.)
The prefix auto means self how many words can you write that begin with the prefix auto?
dont know i dont think i ever will!
What is the noun for auto?
The word auto is a noun, a common, singular, concrete noun. The word auto comes from the word automobile. Auto is also a prefix (meaning 'self') for many words such as automatic, autograph, or autobiography;
What does the prefix auto mean?
It means Self.Self,Same
Words that begin or end with auto?
As a prefix, "auto-" means "self. Words that start with "auto-" include: * automobile * automatic * autonomy/autonomous * autobiography * automat
What is the prefix for selfish?
the prefix for selfish can be unselfish, but this word usually just has suffix
What is the prefix of automobile?
No, auto is a root word. It means of self.
What are some words with auto in them when the meaning of auto is self or same?
Automatic Autopilot Automobile Autograph Autobiography
What does the medical terminology combining form auto- mean?
In medical terms, the prefix "auto-" means self.The prefix auto means self.
What is a four letter prefix that means self?
Ones self.auto- means "self" automobile lit. suited for moving self, autocrat lit. self govern or rule. (auto- is not necessarily a prefix but more a word part)
What is the derivation of auto?
"Auto" is obviously short for "automobile". The term came from the Greek prefix "auto" meaning "self" and the Latin-derived "mobile" for movement. An "automobile" was therefore a "self-moving" device because it didn't need a horse or other external means of propulsion.
What is the definition of the prefix auto?
In means cAr or trucks
