Word: basal
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: ba
sal
Definition: Basic, elementary; relating to, or forming, the base, or point of origin.
Morphemes:
Affix: base
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A basic but essential component or ingredient.
Affix: -al
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Of or pertaining to. Adjectival suffix appended to various words, often nouns, to make an adjective form. Often added to words of Latin origin, but used with other words also.