Word: metachert
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: me
ta
chert
Definition: metamorphosed chert; variety of silica containing microcrystalline quartz
Morphemes:
Affix: meta-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Analogies and derivatives of metamorphism; change in the structure of rock by natural agencies such as pressure or heat or introduction of new chemical substances
Affix: chert
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A flint-like tool made from chert.