Word: lithofacial
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: li
tho
fa
cial
Definition: Relating to lithofacies. A subdivision of any stratigraphic unit that has characteristic lithologic features
Morphemes:
Affix: litho-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: lith- + -o-
Affix: face
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: An aspect of the character or nature of someone or something.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: faciēs
Language: la
Decoded: facies
Meaning: form, appearance
Affix: -ial
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Forms an adjective from a noun.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -ālis
Language: la
Decoded: -alis
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adjectives of relationship from nouns or numerals.