Word: holdfast
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: hold
fast
Definition: Actinomycosis; disease of cattle that can be transmitted to humans; results from infection with actinomycetes; characterized by hard swellings that exude pus through long sinuses
Morphemes:
Affix: hold
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A place where animals are held for safety
Affix: fast
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Causing unusual rapidity of play or action.