Word: immunosenescence
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: i
mmu
no
se
ne
scence
Definition: The gradual deterioration of the immune system caused by the ageing process.
Morphemes:
Affix: immuno-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Relating to the immune systems and processes in a living organism.
Affix: senescence
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Old age; accumulated damage to macromolecules, cells, tissues and organs with the passage of time.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: senēscere
Language: la
Decoded: senescere
Meaning: to grow old