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An Overview of the Root Word “Bi”

An Overview of the Root Word “Bi”. Definition : “two”, or “twice”. It is used as part of a compound word. Etymology : “bi” comes from Latin, as the combining form of “bis”. Memory Hint.

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An Overview of the Root Word “Bi”

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  1. An Overview of the Root Word “Bi” Definition: “two”, or “twice”. It is used as part of a compound word. Etymology: “bi” comes from Latin, as the combining form of “bis”.

  2. Memory Hint • 1. “When one person is alone for one year, the feeling of terrible desolateness makes a person want to cry; yet, when a neighbor walks by and says “hi”, it makes the person become so elated in having a friend as to be able to touch the sky. That is why you must remember the word “bi”.” • 2. “ All things come in pairs: the moon and the sun, the stars and the sky, the desert and the rainforest, the rain and the dust. They keep each other in balance. Such is the importance of the word “bi”.”

  3. Example Word #1: “bilateral” • Definition: 1. pertaining to, involving, or affecting two or both sides, factions, parties, or the like. 2. Located on opposite sides of an axis; two-sided, especially when of equal size, value, etc. • Part of speech: adjective Ex:

  4. Example Word #2: “bifurcate” • Definition: 1. to divide or fork into two branches 2. Divided into two branches • Part of speech: 1. Verb 2. Adjective Ex:

  5. Example Word #3: “biped” • Definition: animal with two feet • Part of speech: noun • Ex:

  6. Example Word #4: “bifold” • Definition: capable of being folded into two parts, as with leaves that are hinged together. • Part of speech: adjective

  7. Example Word #5: “bipartisan” • Definition: representing, characterized by, or including members from two parties or factions. • Part of speech: adjective • Ex: • Ex:

  8. Bibliography • Goli, Shravan. Dictionary.com. IAC Corporation, February 1997. Web. 14 January 2012. <http://dictionary.reference.com>

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