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What the does prefix aqua mean?

The prefix "aqua" comes from the Latin word "aqua", meaning water.

It is used in many words related to water, such as:

* Aquarium: A tank for keeping fish and other aquatic animals.

* Aqueduct: A structure that carries water over a distance.

* Aquatic: Relating to water or living in water.

* Aquamarine: A blue-green gemstone.

* Aqua vitae: A distilled alcoholic beverage, often referred to as "water of life."

Therefore, whenever you see the prefix "aqua", it generally indicates a connection to water.

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