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What is the root that means foot?
the root ped
What is the word that names a person who walks door-to-door trying to sell something?
peddler a person who goes from door to door on foot trying to sell a product
What is the word that identifies something that stands in the way of doing something?
impediment something that stands in one’s way; an obstacle
What is the word that identifies a two-footed creature, such as a human?
biped a creature with two feet
What is the word that identifies a creature with a thousand feet?
millipede a creature with a 1000 feet
What is the word that names a lever that is moved by the foot and is usually on a bicycle?
pedal a lever that is moved with one’s foot
What is the word that names a person who is walking across the street in a crosswalk?
pedestrian a person who walks across the street on foot
What is the word that names the foot treat that many people enjoy?
pedicure a foot treatment that could include soaking the feet and polishing the toenails
What is the word that identifies a four-footed creature, such as a dog?
quadruped a four-footed creature
What is the word that names the three-footed stand is often used to hold a camera still for pictures or movies?
tripod a three-footed stand often used to balance a camera
What is the word that identifies a creature with a hundred feet?
centipede a creature with 100 feet