Word: iridocyte
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: i
ri
do
cyte
Definition: A cell, found in some animals, that is filled with iridescent crystals of guanine
Morphemes:
Affix: irido-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Alternative form of irid-. Relating to the iris.
Affix: -cyte
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form cell names and classifications for mature cells.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: κύτος
Language: grc
Decoded: kutos
Meaning: vessel, jar