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What does the greek root of therm mean?

The Greek root "therm" means heat.

It comes from the Greek word "thermos," which means "hot" or "warm."

Here are some examples of words that use the root "therm":

* Thermometer: A device for measuring temperature.

* Thermodynamics: The branch of physics that deals with heat and its relation to other forms of energy.

* Thermal: Relating to heat.

* Thermos: A container designed to keep hot liquids hot and cold liquids cold.

* Hyperthermia: A condition in which the body temperature is abnormally high.

* Hypothermia: A condition in which the body temperature is abnormally low.

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