Word: juxtapose
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: jux
ta
pose
Definition: To place side by side, especially for contrast or comparison.
Morphemes:
Affix: juxta-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Near to, alongside, next to.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: iuxta
Language: la
Decoded: iuxta
Meaning: alongside
Affix: pose
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To place in an attitude or fixed position, for the sake of effect.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: pausa
Language: la
Decoded: pausa
Meaning: pause