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What does the suffix glot mean?

The suffix "-glot" is derived from the Greek word "glōtta," meaning "tongue" or "language."

It's often used to indicate language or speech in words like:

* Polyglot: Someone who speaks multiple languages.

* Diglot: Someone who speaks two languages.

* Monoglot: Someone who speaks only one language.

However, it's not always used in a linguistic context. For example, epiglottis refers to a flap of cartilage in the throat that covers the windpipe during swallowing.

Therefore, the meaning of "-glot" can vary depending on the specific word.

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