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What does the root mega- mean in megaphone?
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The root "mega-" comes from the Greek word "megas," meaning "great" or "large." In the word "megaphone," it refers to the device's ability to amplify sound, making it louder or more powerful. Therefore, "megaphone" can be interpreted as a tool that produces a "great sound" or "large voice."
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