Definition of Prefix

1. Noun. An affix that is added in front of the word.

Generic synonyms: Affix
Specialized synonyms: Alpha Privative

2. Verb. Attach a prefix to. "Prefixed words"
Generic synonyms: Affix
Derivative terms: Prefixation
Antonyms: Suffix

Definition of Prefix

1. v. t. To put or fix before, or at the beginning of, another thing; as, to prefix a syllable to a word, or a condition to an agreement.

2. n. That which is prefixed; esp., one or more letters or syllables combined or united with the beginning of a word to modify its signification; as, pre- in prefix, con- in conjure.

Definition of Prefix

1. to add as a prefix (a form affixed to the beginning of a root word) [v -ED, -ING, -ES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Prefix

prefigures
prefiguring
prefile
prefiled
prefiles
prefiling
prefilled
prefinance
prefinanced
prefinances
prefinancing
prefire
prefired
prefires
prefiring
prefix (current term)
prefixal
prefixation
prefixed
prefixes
prefixing
prefixion
prefixions
prefix notation
preflame
preflight
preflighted
preflighting
preflights
prefocus

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