What does the Latin root oscill mean?

The Latin root "oscill" means "to swing" or "to vibrate". It's related to the Latin word "oscillare", which means "to swing".

This root appears in many English words related to movement, such as:

* Oscillate: To swing back and forth.

* Oscilloscope: An instrument that displays electrical signals as a waveform, which often oscillates.

* Oscillatory: Characterized by oscillation.

* Oscillation: The act of swinging back and forth.