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Roots Week 14
aer & ambi, amphi
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| aer | Greek “Air, Atmosphere” |
| aerobic | (adj) Pertaining to or caused by the presence of oxygen; (of an organism or tissue) requiring the presence of air or free oxygen for life. |
| aerodynamics | (adj) Having a shape that reduces drag when moving through the air. |
| aerosol | (n) A gaseous or airborne cloud of particulate matter, either as a solid, liquid, or gas, which forces another substance out of a spray can. |
| aerate | (v) To put air or a gas into (something, such as solid or a liquid). |
| aerie | (n) The nest of a bird (such as an eagle or hawk) built high up on a cliff or on the top of a mountain. |
| ambi, amphi | Greek- “Both” |
| ambivalent | (adj) Having mixed feelings or conflicting ideas about something or someone. |
| ambiguity | (n) Uncertainty or inexactness of meaning in language. |
| ambidextrous | (adj) Describing a person who is able to use the right and left hands equally well. |
| amphibious | (adj) Relating to, living in, or suited for both land and water. |
| amphitheater | (n) A round or oval building, typically unroofed, with a central space for the presentation of dramatic or sporting events. Tiers of seats for spectators surround the central space so events can be seen from “both” sides. |