Word: pyeloplasty
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: pye
lo
pla
sty
Definition: The surgical reconstruction or revision of the renal pelvis to drain and decompress the kidney
Morphemes:
Affix: pyelo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Forms terms relating to the renal pelvis, such as pyelonephritis, pyelography, and others.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: πύελος
Language: grc
Decoded: puelos
Meaning: pelvis, wash basin
Affix: -plasty
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Molding or shaping through a surgical procedure.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: πλαστός
Language: grc
Decoded: plastos
Meaning: molded, formed