Latin Root 'Port' Flashcards

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Latin Root 'Port'

The root 'port' signifies carrying or conveying something.

Vocabulary Derived from 'Port'

Portable: Refers to an object that is easily carried; for example, a portable X-ray machine.
Portfolio: A carrier for documents or loose papers, often used by professionals.
Transport: The act of moving something from one location to another.
Report: A formal account or presentation regarding a specific subject or event.
Deport: The action of expelling someone from a country; commonly used in legal contexts.
Import: The process of bringing goods into a country from abroad.
Export: Sending goods out of a country, typically for trade or sale.
Support: To bear weight or provide assistance to someone or something in need.
Supportive: Describes something that provides help or encouragement, such as a supportive family or structural support like a beam.
Portal: Defined as a large door or digital gateway that serves as an entry point.
Porter: A person employed to carry luggage or other burdens for travelers.
Portmanteau: A large suitcase with two compartments; derived from French terms meaning ‘to carry’ and ‘cloak’.
Portmanteau word: A word created by combining two existing words and their meanings, like 'brunch' (breakfast and lunch).
Purport: To claim or present a false idea of something, often used to describe misleading appearances.
Rapport: A term denoting a trusting relationship between individuals, essential for effective communication.
Transportation: Refers to the broad system involved in carrying goods and services, crucial for trade and logistics.

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Explore the Latin word root 'port' with these flashcards. Learn various terms derived from 'port' including their meanings and usage. This quiz is perfect for enhancing your vocabulary and understanding of word origins.