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What are some words that come from the Greek root kyklos?

The Greek root "kyklos" means "circle" or "cycle." Here are some words derived from it:

General:

* Cycle: A complete round or series of events.

* Cyclops: A giant with a single eye in the center of his forehead.

* Encyclical: A circular letter, especially from a pope or other religious leader.

* Cyclic: Relating to or involving a cycle.

* Cyclical: Recurring or happening in cycles.

* Cyclotron: A type of particle accelerator.

* Cycloid: A curve traced out by a point on a circle as it rolls along a straight line.

More Specific:

* Autocycle: A motorcycle.

* Bicycle: A vehicle with two wheels that is powered by pedals.

* Tricycle: A vehicle with three wheels.

* Unicycle: A vehicle with one wheel.

* Cyclometer: A device for measuring distance traveled.

Scientific terms:

* Cyclonic: Relating to a cyclone.

* Cyclone: A system of winds rotating around a center of low atmospheric pressure.

* Cyclohexane: A colorless liquid hydrocarbon.

* Cyclopentane: A colorless, flammable, volatile liquid hydrocarbon.

This is not an exhaustive list, but it gives you a good overview of the many words that come from the Greek root "kyklos."

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