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chron-

chron-

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A small word part placed at the start of a word to show time
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  • Specialized
: cron-
  • The prefix chron- is found in words like 'chronological' and 'chronic'.

Examples

  • In the word 'chronometer', the prefix chron- denotes its association with measuring time.

  • In 'chronometer', the chron- part refers to time.

  • Many scientific terms use chron- to indicate a connection to time.

  • The study of chronology helps us understand historical events.

  • Chronicles of ancient civilizations reveal much about their cultures.

  • The prefix chron- is commonly used in terms related to time, such as 'chronic' and 'chronology'.

  • Terms that include chron- typically relate to the concept of time, like 'synchronize' or 'chronicle'.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Chron- comes from the Greek word chronos which means 'time'. You see chron- in words like chronological, chronic, and chronometer, so chron- tells you the word is about 'time'.