Word: gastroenterostomy
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: gas
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Definition: The surgical procedure for making a connection between the stomach and the jejunum, usually as part of an operation, performed at the same time as a partial gastrectomy.
Morphemes:
Affix: gastro-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: of or relating to the stomach; bear to eat
Etymology Compounds: Affix: γαστήρ
Language: grc
Decoded: gaster
Meaning: stomach
Affix: entero-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: relating to the intestines; the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus
Affix: -stomy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A surgical procedure forming a hole for access, nutrition, or waste elimination.