Word: schizocoel
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: schi
zo
co
el
Definition: Alternative form of pseudocoel. The body cavity of certain nematodes (primitive invertebrates), which is analogous to a coelom but lacking mesodermal cells, i.e. not lined with mesothelium.
Morphemes:
Affix: schizo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: split, cleft
Etymology Compounds: Affix: σχίζω
Language: grc
Decoded: skhizo
Meaning: I split
Affix: -coel
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A cavity; a natural hollow or sinus within the body
Etymology Compounds: Affix: κοῖλος
Language: grc
Decoded: koilos
Meaning: hollow