Word: keratoprosthetic
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: ke
ra
to
pros
the
tic
Definition: Of or relating to keratoprosthesis. The artificial cornea used in this procedure.
Morphemes:
Affix: kerato-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: cornea; the transparent dome-shaped anterior portion of the outer covering of the eye; it covers the iris and pupil and is continuous with the sclera
Etymology Compounds: Affix: κέρας
Language: grc
Decoded: keras
Meaning: horn
Affix: prosthetic
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: artificial, acting as a substitute for part of the body; relating to prosthesis
Etymology Compounds: Affix: πρός
Language: grc
Decoded: pros
Meaning: towards
Affix: τίθημι
Language: grc
Decoded: tithemi
Meaning: I place