Root Word 'Tract' Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the word 'tractor' refer to?

A kind of farm animal

A vehicle designed for racing

A machine which drags (correct)

A type of trailer

What does 'subtract' mean?

to drag away from

What does 'contract' refer to?

agreements pulled legally together

What does it mean to be 'distraught'?

pulled apart emotionally Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'attractive'?

that which pulls you Signup and view all the answers

What does 'detract' mean?

to drag from Signup and view all the answers

What does 'distract' refer to?

to pull away Signup and view all the answers

What does 'extract' mean?

to pull out Signup and view all the answers

What does 'tractable' mean?

able to be pulled Signup and view all the answers

What does 'retract' mean?

pull back Signup and view all the answers

What is 'traction' in a general sense?

quotient or measure of draggability Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Root Word "Tract" Study Notes

"Tract" derives from Latin, meaning "to pull" or "to drag."

Key Terms and Definitions

Tractor: A machine designed to pull heavy loads or perform agricultural tasks.
Subtract: A mathematical operation that involves taking one number away from another.
Contract: A formal agreement that binds parties legally, derived from the notion of "pulling" terms together.
Distraught: A state of emotional turmoil where one feels "pulled apart" mentally.
Attractive: Refers to something that has qualities that "pull" or draw interest or affection.
Distract: To divert attention or "pull" focus away from somthing.
Detract: To diminish or "drag" away from the worth or value of something.
Extract: The action of removing or "pulling" something out from its source.
Tractable: Describes something or someone that is manageable or "able to be pulled" in a particular direction.
Retract: To withdraw or "pull" back a statement or promise.
Traction: A measure of grip or adherence, often used in a context of vehicles, indicating how well something "drags" or moves forward.

Application of Terms

These terms illustrate various actions and contexts of pulling or dragging, indicating physical movement, emotional states, agreements, and more, emphasizing the versatility of the root word "tract."

Description

Explore the meanings and uses of words derived from the root 'tract'. This set of flashcards includes terms like tractor, subtract, and attractive, providing a deeper understanding of their definitions and origins. Perfect for students looking to enhance their vocabulary and the understanding of root words.