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What are the words that have latin root loqu?

The Latin root "loqu" means "to speak" or "to talk." Here are some words that have this root:

Direct derivatives:

* loquacious (adj.): talkative

* eloquent (adj.): fluent and persuasive in speaking

* colloquial (adj.): characteristic of informal conversation

* soliloquy (n.): a speech delivered by a character alone on stage

Words with related meanings:

* locution (n.): a way of speaking

* interlocutor (n.): a person who takes part in a conversation

* loquacity (n.): the quality of being talkative

* eloquium (n.): the art of speaking well

* circumlocution (n.): the use of more words than necessary, especially to avoid saying something directly

Words with "loqu" in them, but not directly related to the root:

* locale (n.): a place

* locomotive (n.): a self-propelled vehicle

This is not an exhaustive list, but it gives you a good starting point. You can use a dictionary or online etymology resources to find more words with the "loqu" root.

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