Port Root Words Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does 'deport' mean?

To carry into the country

To carry out of the country

To carry the weight of something

To carry or send away from a country; to banish (correct)

What is the meaning of 'export'?

To carry out of the country

What does 'import' mean?

To carry into the country

The term 'portable' refers to something that is difficult to carry.

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What is the definition of 'portage'?

The route over which boats and supplies are carried overland from one lake or river to another Signup and view all the answers

What does 'porter' mean?

An attendant who carries travelers' luggage for them Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'portfolio'?

A case for carrying loose papers Signup and view all the answers

What does 'report' mean?

A collection of writing that carries information to be shared again with someone new Signup and view all the answers

What does 'support' mean?

To carry the weight of something Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'transport'?

To carry something from one place to another Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the 'port' root word?

Carry Signup and view all the answers

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.