Word: osteosynthesis
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: o
ste
o
syn
the
sis
Definition: The reduction and fixation of a bone fracture with implantable devices, usually made of metal
Morphemes:
Affix: osteo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: bone
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ὀστέον
Language: grc
Decoded: osteon
Meaning: bone
Affix: synthesis
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The reunion of parts that have been divided.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: συν-
Language: grc
Decoded: sun-
Meaning: together
Affix: τίθημι
Language: grc
Decoded: tithemi
Meaning: set, place