Word: norlignanes
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: nor
lig
nanes
Definition: Plural of norlignane. Any compound derived from a lignane by removing carbon atoms from a ring or sidechain
Morphemes:
Affix: nor-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: a compound derived from another by removal of a radical, especially by removal of methyl or methylene
Affix: lignane
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The hydrocarbon formed by joining two propylbenzene residues at the β-carbon atom of the propyl side chain; this structure is the basis of all lignans
Affix: -s
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form many pluralia tantum (nouns that are almost or entirely without singular forms).