Word: byssus
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: bys
sus
Definition: An exceptionally fine and valuable fibre or cloth of ancient times. Originally used for fine flax and linens, the word was later extended to fine cottons, silks, and sea silk.
Morphemes:
Affix: byssus
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: An exceptionally fine and valuable fibre or cloth of ancient times. Originally used for fine flax and linens, the word was later extended to fine cottons, silks, and sea silk.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: byssus
Language: la
Decoded: byssus
Meaning: fine cotton or cotton stuff, silk