Word: bromoethane
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: bro
moe
thane
Definition: The brominated derivative of ethane CH3-CH2Br used, via Grignard reagents in organic synthesis
Morphemes:
Affix: bromo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: containing bromine; a nonmetallic heavy volatile corrosive dark brown liquid element belonging to the halogens; found in sea water
Affix: eth-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Used as a combining form to denote the presence of 2 carbon atoms in the parent chain when forming names of organic compounds.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: αἰθήρ
Language: grc
Decoded: aither
Meaning: ether
Affix: -ane
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A saturated hydrocarbon; an alkane.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -ānus
Language: la
Decoded: -anus
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Of or pertaining to; -ian; usually indicates a relationship of position, possession, or origin.