Word: keratomalacia
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: ke
ra
to
ma
la
cia
Definition: An eye disorder that leads to a dry cornea, often caused by a deficiency of vitamin A.
Morphemes:
Affix: kerato-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: cornea; the transparent dome-shaped anterior portion of the outer covering of the eye; it covers the iris and pupil and is continuous with the sclera
Etymology Compounds: Affix: κέρας
Language: grc
Decoded: keras
Meaning: horn
Affix: malacia
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: An abnormal craving for certain types of food.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: μαλακία
Language: grc
Decoded: malakia
Meaning: softness, sickness