Word: asbestine
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: as
bes
tine
Definition: A type of fibrous talc used primarily as a filler or extender.
Morphemes:
Affix: asbestos
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Any of several fibrous mineral forms of magnesium silicate, used for fireproofing, electrical insulation, building materials, brake linings, chemical filters, suits, fireman's gloves, etc.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ᾰ̓-
Language: grc
Decoded: a-
Meaning: not
Affix: σβέννῡμῐ
Language: grc
Decoded: sbennumi
Meaning: I quench, quell
Affix: -ine
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form names of chemical substances, especially basic (alkaline) substances, alkaloidal substances, or halogen elements.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -īnus
Language: la
Decoded: -inus
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Of or pertaining to; -ine; usually indicates a relationship of position, possession, or origin.