Word: norleucine
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: nor
leu
ci
ne
Definition: An isomer of leucine, not found in natural proteins, used in experimental studies of protein structure and function.
Morphemes:
Affix: nor-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: a compound derived from another by removal of a radical, especially by removal of methyl or methylene
Affix: leucine
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: An essential amino acid, C6H13NO2, isomeric with isoleucine, found in most animal proteins; it is essential for growth in children.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: λευκός
Language: grc
Decoded: leukos
Meaning: white
Affix: -ine
Language: en
Decoded: -ine
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form names of chemical substances, especially basic (alkaline) substances, alkaloidal substances, or halogen elements.