English dictionary
prefix
/'pr/i/f/I/ks/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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an affix that is added in front of the word
Source: WordNet 3.0
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That which is prefixed; esp., one or more letters or syllables combined or united with the beginning of a word to modify its signification; as, <i>pre-</i> in <i>pre</i>fix, <i>con-</i> in <i>con</i>jure.
Source: webster1913
verb
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attach a prefix to
ExamplesPrefixed words.
Antonyms suffixSource: WordNet 3.0
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To put or fix before, or at the beginning of, another thing; as, to <i>prefix</i> a syllable to a word, or a condition to an agreement.
Source: webster1913