Word: sapphires
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: sap
phi
res
Definition: Plural of sapphire; a precious transparent stone of rich blue corundum valued as a gemstone
Morphemes:
Affix: sapphire
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A clear deep blue variety of corundum, valued as a precious stone.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: σάπφειρος
Language: grc
Decoded: sappheiros
Meaning: precious stone, gem
Affix: -s
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form many pluralia tantum (nouns that are almost or entirely without singular forms).