Word: alkynes
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: al
kynes
Definition: Plural of alkyne; a colorless flammable gas used chiefly in welding and in organic synthesis
Morphemes:
Affix: alkyl
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Any of a series of univalent radicals of the general formula CnH2n+1 derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons.
Affix: -yne
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A polymer derived from an alkyne.
Affix: -s
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form many pluralia tantum (nouns that are almost or entirely without singular forms).