Word: rectifier
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: rec
ti
fi
er
Definition: An instrument used for determining and rectifying the variations of the compass on board ship.
Morphemes:
Affix: rectify
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To adjust (a globe or sundial) to prepare for the solution of a proposed problem.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: rēctus
Language: la
Decoded: rectus
Meaning: straight
Affix: -er
Language: en
Meaning: agent noun
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -ārius
Language: la
Decoded: -arius
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: -er; Used to form nouns denoting an agent of use, such as a dealer or artisan, from other nouns.