Word: appendicostomy
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: app
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Definition: The creation of an opening into the vermiform appendix, typically via the navel
Morphemes:
Affix: appendico-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Relating to an appendix, especially to the vermiform appendix
Affix: -stomy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A surgical procedure forming a hole for access, nutrition, or waste elimination.