Word: electronystagmography
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: e
lec
tro
ny
stag
mo
gra
phy
Definition: A diagnostic test to record involuntary movements of the eye caused by a condition known as nystagmus. It can also be used to diagnose the cause of vertigo, dizziness or balance dysfunction by testing the vestibular system.
Morphemes:
Affix: electro-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: electricity or electrical
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ἤλεκτρον
Language: grc
Decoded: elektron
Meaning: amber
Affix: nystagmus
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: rapid involuntary eye movement, usually lateral
Etymology Compounds: Affix: νυστάζω
Language: grc
Decoded: nustazo
Meaning: to doze
Affix: -μός
Language: grc
Decoded: -mos
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Forms abstract nouns.
Affix: -graphy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Field of study
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -graphia
Language: la
Decoded: -graphia
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: -graphy