Word: duodenostomy
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: du
o
de
no
sto
my
Definition: The operation of forming an opening into the duodenum through the abdominal walls
Morphemes:
Affix: duodeno-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: duodenum; the part of the small intestine between the stomach and the jejunum
Affix: -stomy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A surgical procedure forming a hole for access, nutrition, or waste elimination.