Word: metaphase
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: met
a
phase
Definition: The stage of mitosis and meiosis, that follows prophase and comes before anaphase, during which condensed chromosomes become aligned before being separated.
Morphemes:
Affix: meta-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Relating to metabolism; the organic processes (in a cell or organism) that are necessary for life
Affix: phase
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A distinguishable part of a sequence or cycle occurring over time.