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Stem List 3 Flashcards

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Meter

A

Measure

Barometer- an instrument used to determine the weight or pressure of the atmosphere

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Cide

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Kill

Pesticide- any substance used to kill, repel, or control certain forms of plant or animal life that are considered to be pests.

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Mega

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Large

Megaphone- a funnel shaped device used to amplify and direct the voice

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Per

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Through

Perspicuous- clearly expressed or easily understood.

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Extra

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Beyond

Extraordinary- very unusual or remarkable

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Trans

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Across

Transition- the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another

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Con

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Together

Connotation- an idea or meaning that a word makes you think about in addition to its meaning

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Cap

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Take

Capture- take into ones possession or control by force

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Spec

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Look

Spectacle- a visually striking performance or display

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Mur

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Wall

Intramural- within the walls

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