Word: deflector
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: de
flec
tor
Definition: A diaphragm in a lamp, stove, etc. by which the flame and gases are brought together to improve combustion.
Morphemes:
Affix: deflect
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To divert (attention, etc.).
Etymology Compounds: Affix: de-
Language: la
Decoded: de-
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: de-
Affix: flecto
Language: la
Decoded: flecto
Meaning: to bend
Affix: -or
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Creates an agent noun, indicating a person who does something.