κατ-

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See also: κατ' and κάτ-

Greek

Alternative forms

Pronunciation

Prefix

κατ- (kat-)

  1. alternative form of κατα- (kata-)
    κατ- (kat-) + ‎αγωγή (agogí, training) → ‎καταγωγή (katagogí, ancestry)

Usage notes

Οccurs before vowels which used to receive the ancient smooth breathing (οξεία).

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