Word: collimator
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: col
li
ma
tor
Definition: An optical device that generates a parallel beam of light. Often used to compensate for laser beam divergence.
Morphemes:
Affix: collimate
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To focus into a narrow beam or column; to adjust a focusing device so that it produces a narrow beam.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: collīmō
Language: la
Decoded: collimo
PoS: Verb
Meaning: I direct in a straight line
Affix: -or
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Creates an agent noun, indicating a person who does something.