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What does the suffix logus mean?

The suffix "-logos" is of Greek origin and means "word," "speech," "reason," "study," "theory," or "discourse." It's often used to form nouns that refer to:

* A science or field of study: biology, geology, psychology

* A discourse or treatise: dialogue, monologue, eulogy

* A principle or doctrine: ideology, theology, mythology

* A reason or explanation: rationale, epilogue, prologue

Here are some examples:

* Bio-logos (biology): the study of life

* Geo-logos (geology): the study of the Earth

* Psycho-logos (psychology): the study of the mind

* Dia-logos (dialogue): a conversation between two or more people

* Mono-logos (monologue): a speech given by one person

* Eu-logos (eulogy): a speech praising someone who has died

* Ide-logos (ideology): a system of ideas and beliefs

* Theo-logos (theology): the study of religion

* Myth-logos (mythology): a collection of myths and legends

Understanding the meaning of "-logos" can help you decode the meaning of many words in English and other languages.

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