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Greek and Latin Prefixes, Roots and Suffixes used in English
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Basic term

Meaning

Greek
Latin
Prefix
Suffix

choreo

dance, choral dance

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Examples

Definition

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chorea (5)

(noun) - from the basic word. = A nervous disorder, esp. in children, but also in adults, marked by uncontrollable movements of arms, legs and facial muscles. Choreic is the adjective form.

choreography (4)

(noun) - choral dance + draw or write. = Symbolically representing dancing by compositions and arrangements of dances, especially in ballet. Choreographic is the adjective form, choreographically is the adverb form choreograph is the verb form and a choreographer is the noun for a person