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What does the word 'telephone' mean?
What is a 'television'?
A device for seeing distant things
What does a 'telegraph' do?
Writes from a distance
What is a 'telescope' used for?
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What is a 'telethon'?
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What does 'telephoto' refer to?
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What is 'telepathy'?
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Study Notes
Root Word: Tele-
- "Tele-" is a root word meaning "distant" or "far away," utilized in various terms related to communication and observation.
Telephone
- Refers to a device used for sound communication over long distances.
- Commonly found in households.
Television
- A system for receiving visual images and sound transmitted over a distance.
- Widely present in homes for entertainment and information.
Telegraph
- A system for sending written messages across long distances.
- An important historical communication method before modern technology.
Telescope
- An optical instrument designed for viewing distant objects, often used in astronomy.
- Enables detailed observation of celestial bodies and other remote sights.
Telethon
- A fundraising event conducted via telephone, featuring continuous programming.
- Inspired by the historical figure Pheidippides, who ran after the Battle of Marathon.
Telephoto
- A type of camera lens that allows capturing images of distant subjects.
- Often used in photography to magnify far-away scenes.
Telepathy
- The purported ability to communicate thoughts or feelings between individuals at a distance.
- Often considered a form of psychic connection.
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Explore the meaning of words that begin with the root 'tele-' through these flashcards. Each card highlights a word such as 'telephone' or 'telescope' along with its definition and an example sentence. Perfect for enhancing your vocabulary!
