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What are some words with latin root Prec?

Here are some words with the Latin root "prec" meaning "to pray" or "to ask":

Direct:

* Precarious: (adj.) Uncertain, risky, dependent on chance

* Preceptor: (n.) A teacher, instructor, or tutor

* Precinct: (n.) A district or area, often a police jurisdiction

* Precious: (adj.) Valuable, beloved, highly esteemed

Derived:

* Apprehend: (v.) To understand, grasp mentally, or arrest

* Imprecation: (n.) A curse or a prayer for harm

* Intercede: (v.) To plead on behalf of someone else

* Supplication: (n.) A humble request or prayer

* Imprecatory: (adj.) Relating to a curse or imprecation

Note: Some words have different meanings and don't directly relate to "prayer," but still carry the meaning of asking or requesting:

* Preciocity: (n.) High price, value, or cost

* Precocious: (adj.) Developing or maturing at an early age

These are just a few examples, and there are many other words with the Latin root "prec" out there!

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