Word: basilateral
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: ba
si
la
ter
al
Definition: basal and lateral
Morphemes:
Affix: basi-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Relating to the basion. The middle of the anterior margin of the foramen magnum of the skull.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: basis
Language: la
Decoded: basis
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A pedestal, foot, base; basis, foundation.
Affix: lateral
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Non-linear or unconventional, as in, lateral thinking.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: latus
Language: la
Decoded: latus
Meaning: the side or flank
Affix: -ālis
Language: la
Decoded: -alis
Meaning: -al