Word: biosynthesis
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: bi
o
syn
the
sis
Definition: The synthesis of organic compounds within a living organism, especially the synthesis of large compounds from small ones.
Morphemes:
Affix: bio-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: organic life
Etymology Compounds: Affix: βίο-
Language: grc
Decoded: bio-
Meaning: βίο-
Affix: synthesis
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The reaction of elements or compounds to form more complex compounds.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: συν-
Language: grc
Decoded: sun-
Meaning: together
Affix: τίθημι
Language: grc
Decoded: tithemi
Meaning: set, place