Word: matrifocally
Part of speech: Adverb
Syllables: ma
tri
fo
ca
lly
Definition: In a matrifocal manner; family structure is one where mothers head families and fathers play a less important role in the home and in bringing up children
Morphemes:
Affix: matri-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: mother
Affix: focus
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To direct attention, effort, or energy to a particular audience or task.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: focus
Language: la
Decoded: focus
Meaning: hearth, fireplace
Affix: -al
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Forming nouns, especially of verbal action.
Affix: -ly
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adverbs from adjectives.