Word: adenocystoma
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: a
de
no
cy
sto
ma
Definition: An adenoma in which the neoplastic glandular epithelium forms cysts
Morphemes:
Affix: adeno-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: adenoid; a collection of lymphatic tissue in the throat behind the uvula (on the posterior wall and roof of the nasopharynx)
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ἀδήν
Language: grc
Decoded: aden
Meaning: gland
Affix: cysto-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Of or relating to any cyst or sac.
Affix: -oma
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Forming nouns indicating tumors or masses, which may be benign or cancerous (malignant).