Latin word tutor comes from Latin tueor, Latin -to (Forms frequentative verbs from existing verbs.)
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| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| tueor | Latin (lat) | I care for, guard, defend, protect, support, compensate or make up for.. I look or gaze at, behold, watch, view.. I uphold, keep up, maintain, preserve. |
| -to | Latin (lat) | Forms frequentative verbs from existing verbs. |
| tutor | Latin (lat) | I guard, protect, defend. |