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What the prefix word start with re mean to make something less or small?

The prefix "re-" doesn't generally mean "to make something less or small". It typically indicates repetition, renewal, or reversal.

Here are some examples:

* Rewind: To wind something back to its starting point.

* Retire: To withdraw from active work or service.

* Rebuild: To build something again after it has been destroyed.

If you're looking for prefixes that mean "to make something less or small", here are some options:

* Mini-: Indicates something small or miniature (e.g., miniskirt, mini-van)

* Sub-: Indicates something below or smaller than (e.g., sub-atomic, submarine)

* Demi-: Indicates something half or smaller (e.g., demi-god, demi-tasse)

* Micro-: Indicates something extremely small (e.g., microscope, microchip)

Let me know if you have any other prefix questions!

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