Word: thoracostomy
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: tho
ra
co
sto
my
Definition: Incision into the chest wall, with maintenance of the opening for drainage.
Morphemes:
Affix: thoraco-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: thorax; part of an insect's body that bears the wings and legs
Affix: -stomy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A surgical procedure forming a hole for access, nutrition, or waste elimination.