Word: tympanostomy
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: tym
pa
no
sto
my
Definition: A myringotomy (incision in the eardrum or tympanic membrane).
Morphemes:
Affix: tympano-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Of or relating to the eardrum; the membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound
Affix: -stomy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A surgical procedure forming a hole for access, nutrition, or waste elimination.