tele Definition
a combining form meaning 'distant', 'far off', used in the formation of compound words.
Using tele: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tele" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
television
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telephone
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telescope
Origins of tele
from Greek 'tēle', meaning 'far off'
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Summary: tele in Brief
The prefix 'tele' [tel-ee] means 'distant' or 'far off' and is used in forming compound words. Examples include 'television,' 'telephone,' and 'telescope.'