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What words have the prefix Phil?

The prefix "phil-" comes from the Greek word "philos" meaning "loving" or "friend of". Here are some words with the prefix "phil-":

Common Words:

* Philanthropy: Love of humanity, especially in the form of charitable giving.

* Philistine: A person who is hostile or indifferent to culture and the arts.

* Philosopher: A person who seeks wisdom and knowledge through reasoning and critical thinking.

* Philology: The study of languages, especially their history and development.

* Philodendron: A genus of flowering plants known for their large, heart-shaped leaves.

Less Common Words:

* Philately: The collection and study of postage stamps.

* Bibliophile: A lover of books.

* Anglophile: A lover of England and its culture.

* Francophone: A person who speaks French.

* Sinophile: A lover of China and its culture.

* Philomath: A lover of learning.

* Philoprogenitive: Having a love for children.

* Philharmonic: Relating to music or a musical society.

* Philtre: A love potion or charm.

Words with "phil-" in the middle:

* Hydrophilic: Having an affinity for water.

* Thermophilic: Preferring high temperatures.

This is just a small sample of words that use the prefix "phil-". There are many other words out there, and new ones are being coined all the time!

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