Word: nephrocystostomy
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: ne
phro
cy
sto
sto
my
Definition: A combined nephrostomy and cystostomy
Morphemes:
Affix: nephro-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Of or relating to the kidneys; either of two bean-shaped excretory organs that filter wastes (especially urea) from the blood and excrete them and water in urine
Etymology Compounds: Affix: νεφρός
Language: grc
Decoded: nephros
PoS: Noun
Meaning: kidney
Affix: cysto-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Of or relating to any cyst or sac.
Affix: -stomy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A surgical procedure forming a hole for access, nutrition, or waste elimination.