Meaning of the word prefixes in English

What does prefixes mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

prefixes

US /ˈpriː.fɪksɪz/
UK /ˈpriː.fɪksɪz/

Plural Noun

a word, letter, or number placed before another.

Example:
The word 'unhappy' has the prefix 'un-'.
Many scientific terms use Greek or Latin prefixes.
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