Word: paradichlorobenzene
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: pa
ra
di
chlo
ro
ben
zene
Definition: 1,4-dichlorobenzene, an organic compound used as a pesticide (for example in mothballs) and a deodorant.
Morphemes:
Affix: para-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: In isomeric benzene derivatives, having the two substituents in opposite (1,4) positions (compare ortho- and meta-)
Etymology Compounds: Affix: παρά
Language: grc
Decoded: para
Meaning: beside; next to, near, from; against, contrary to
Affix: di-
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Alternative form of diss; treat, mention, or speak to rudely
Affix: chloro-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Containing chlorine.
Affix: benzene
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Sometimes used in place of the phenyl group.