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What does the root word sacr mean?

The root word "sacr" comes from the Latin word "sacer," which means "holy" or "sacred."

This root is found in many English words, including:

* Sacrament: A religious ceremony or act of worship.

* Sacrifice: An offering made to a deity, often involving the killing of an animal.

* Sacred: Dedicated to a deity or religious purpose.

* Sacrilege: The act of violating something sacred.

* Consecrate: To make holy or sacred.

The root "sacr" often relates to religious or spiritual concepts, emphasizing the idea of something being set apart as special or holy.

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