Word: semipublic
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: sem
i
pub
lic
Definition: Somewhat, but not entirely, public.
Morphemes:
Affix: semi-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: somewhat, rather, quasi-
Etymology Compounds: Affix: semi-
Language: la
Decoded: semi-
Meaning: half
Affix: public
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Officially representing the community; carried out or funded by the state on behalf of the community.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: pūblicus
Language: la
Decoded: publicus
Meaning: pertaining to the people