Word: cryptoxanthins
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: cryp
to
xan
thins
Definition: Plural of cryptoxanthin. A xanthophyll pigment (a hydroxy derivative of carotene) that occurs widely in nature.
Morphemes:
Affix: crypto-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Cryptographic; of or relating to cryptanalysis
Affix: xanthin
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Alternative form of xanthine; crystalline oxidation product of the metabolism of nucleoproteins; precursor of uric acid; found in many organs and in urine
Affix: -s
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form many pluralia tantum (nouns that are almost or entirely without singular forms).