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According to the prefix "sub-", which of the following words defines "subterranean"?

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Underground

Rationale:
The prefix “sub-” means “under” or “below”, and “terra” refers to earth. Therefore, “subterranean” means “underground” or beneath the earth’s surface.
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  • Category: ATI TEAS
  • Subcategory: ENGLISH & LANGUAGE USAGE
  • Domain: ENGLISH & LANGUAGE USAGE - Section.
  • Answer Choices: 4
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