Word: iridodialysis
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: i
ri
do
di
a
ly
sis
Definition: A localized separation or tearing away of the iris from its attachment to the ciliary body.
Morphemes:
Affix: irido-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Alternative form of irid-. Relating to the iris.
Affix: dia-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: through, across, between
Affix: -lysis
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: dissolving
Etymology Compounds: Affix: λύω
Language: grc
Decoded: luo
Meaning: loosen
Affix: -σις
Language: grc
Decoded: -sis
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Added to verb stems to form abstract nouns or nouns of action, result or process