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What does the Greek root olig mean?

The Greek root "olig" means few or small number.

It is often used in words related to:

* Government: Oligarchy (rule by a few)

* Quantity: Oligopoly (a market with a small number of sellers)

* Other: Oligohydramnios (low amniotic fluid)

The opposite of "olig" is often "poly," which means many.

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