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Chapter 8
Vocabulary from Classical Roots
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English
7th Grade
05/03/2010

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Term
premier (adj. and n.)
Definition

(adj.) First in time or importance.

(n.) A prime minister or head of state.

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primate (n.)
Definition
A member of the order of animals that includes monkeys, apes, and humans.
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prime (n./tr. v./adj.)
Definition

n. First in rank, excellence, quality, importance, or time.

adj. Chief; most important.

tr. v. To prepare something or someone for use or action.

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primeval (adj.)
Definition
Belonging to the first ages; ancient.
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primordial (adj.)
Definition
Primeval; original; fundamental.
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posterior (adj.)
Definition
Situated behind or at the back.
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posthumous (adj.)
Definition
Occurring or continuing after death, especially a work published after the author's death or a child born after the father's death.
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posterity (n.)
Definition
Future generations.
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