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What s the Latin root definition of logy?

The Latin root of "logy" is logos, which means "word," "speech," "reason," or "study."

Therefore, "logy" generally signifies "the study of" or "the science of."

Here are some examples:

* Biology: the study of life

* Astrology: the study of stars and their influence

* Psychology: the study of the mind

* Geology: the study of the Earth

* Technology: the study and application of knowledge for practical purposes

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