Port Root Words Flashcards

Study Notes

Root Word: Port

The root "port" derives from Latin, meaning "to carry."

Key Terms with Definitions

Deport: Refers to the action of sending someone away from a country, emphasizing banishment.
Export: Involves sending goods or services out of a country for trade or sale.
Import: The process of bringing goods or services into a country from abroad.
Portable: Describes items that are easily transportable; convenient for carrying.
Portage: The specific route or path used to carry boats or supplies over land between waterways.
Porter: A person whose job involves carrying luggage for travelers, often found at airports or hotels.
Portfolio: A physical case or container designed to carry loose papers, commonly used by artists or professionals to showcase their work.
Report: A written document that conveys information, intended to be shared with others.
Support: The act of bearing or holding the weight of something, providing assistance or strength.
Transport: The general term for the movement of goods or individuals from one location to another.

Usage and Applications

Understanding these words enhances vocabulary related to travel, trade, and communications.
The "port" root appears in various contexts, highlighting the theme of carrying or movement in different forms.

Description

Test your knowledge of root words related to 'port'. This quiz includes definitions and examples of words like deport, export, import, portable, and portage. Perfect for enhancing your vocabulary and understanding of word origins.