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What does the suffix leg mean?

The suffix "-leg" doesn't have a consistent meaning on its own. It often appears in words that have been borrowed from other languages, and its meaning depends on the specific word.

Here are some examples of words with the "-leg" suffix and their meanings:

* Monologue: A long speech by one person.

* Dialogue: A conversation between two or more people.

* Analog: A device that uses a continuous representation of the data it processes.

* Catalogue: A list of items, often in alphabetical order.

* Prologue: An introductory part of a play, novel, etc.

* Epilogue: A concluding part of a novel, play, etc.

As you can see, the suffix "-leg" can be part of words with different meanings related to:

* Speech: Monologue, Dialogue

* Devices/Representations: Analog

* Lists/Catalogs: Catalogue

* Parts of a Story: Prologue, Epilogue

It's important to consider the specific word and its etymology to understand the meaning of "-leg."

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