What does the root word panta in pantamime mean?

The root word "panta" in "pantomime" does not come from a specific language or root. It is a misconception that "pantomime" comes from a root word "panta."

The word "pantomime" comes from the Greek word "pantomimos" which means "all-imitating" or "one who imitates everything." It is made up of the words:

* pan - all

* mimos - imitator

Therefore, the word "pantomime" refers to a form of acting where the performer uses only gestures and facial expressions to convey a story or message, without speaking.