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What is the term for a word's origin? A. Prefix b. Root c. Etymology d. Definition

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The correct answer is C. Etymology

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It is defined as the origin or derivation of a word and it can also be used to describe the study of linguistic change throughout history.

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the answer is c. Etymology
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