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What does the latin root poly mean?

The Latin root "poly" means many or multiple.

Here are some examples of words that use the root "poly":

* Polyglot: Someone who speaks multiple languages.

* Polytheism: The belief in multiple gods.

* Polygon: A geometric shape with many sides.

* Polygraph: A lie detector that measures multiple physiological responses.

* Polymer: A molecule made up of many repeating units.

The prefix "poly-" often indicates that something is composed of multiple parts or involves multiple instances of something.

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