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Geo/Terr - Advanced
Geo/Terr Root Words - Advanced English 7
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terra firma | firm or solid earth; dry land |
terrain | ground or a piece of ground, especially with reference to its physical character or military potential |
geography | the study of the natural features of the earth's surface, including topography, climate, soil, vegetation, etc, and man's response to them |
Mediterranean | of, relating to, situated or dwelling on or near the Mediterranean Sea, which is surrounded by Africa, Europe, and Asia |
territory | the geographical domain under the jurisdiction of a political unit, especially of a sovereign state |
geometric | consisting of, formed by, or characterized by points, lines, curves, or surfaces |
terrace | a horizontal flat area of ground, often one of a series in a slope; could serve as a balcony or patio |
subterranean | existing, situated, or operating below the surface of the earth; underground, out of sight or hidden |
internment | the act of detaining or confining to a certain area, especially of enemy citizens in wartime or of terrorism suspects |
geology | the science that deals with the dynamics and physical history of the earth, the rocks of which it is composed, and the physical, chemical, and biological changes that the earth has undergone or is undergoing |