Word: crosshead
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: cross
head
Definition: A metal beam that connects a piston to a connecting rod in an engine.
Morphemes:
Affix: cross
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A pipe-fitting with four branches whose axes usually form a right angle.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: crux
Language: la
Decoded: crux
PoS: Noun
Meaning: wooden frame on which criminals were crucified, especially a cross
Affix: head
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The end of a nail, screw, bolt or similar fastener which is opposite the point; usually blunt and relatively wide.