Word: astrophysical
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: as
tro
phys
i
cal
Definition: Of or pertaining to astrophysics; the branch of astronomy concerned with the physical and chemical properties of celestial bodies
Morphemes:
Affix: astro-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: celestial bodies: fixed stars, wandering stars (planets), etc; astronomy
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ἄστρον
Language: grc
Decoded: astron
Meaning: celestial body
Affix: physical
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: In accordance with the laws of nature; now specifically, pertaining to physics.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: physica
Language: la
Decoded: physica
Meaning: study of nature