Word: astronuclear
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: as
tro
nu
cle
ar
Definition: Of or pertaining to the applications of nuclear physics to space, as for example in nuclear space propulsion.
Morphemes:
Affix: astro-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: celestial bodies: fixed stars, wandering stars (planets), etc; astronomy
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ἄστρον
Language: grc
Decoded: astron
Meaning: celestial body
Affix: nuclear
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Relating to a weapon that derives its force from rapid release of energy through nuclear reactions.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: nucula
Language: la
Decoded: nucula
Meaning: nucula
Affix: -āris
Language: la
Decoded: -aris
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form an adjective, usually from a noun, indicating a relationship or a pertaining to.