Word: parascorodite
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: pa
ras
co
ro
di
te
Definition: A trigonal-hexagonal scalenohedral mineral containing arsenic, hydrogen, iron, and oxygen.
Morphemes:
Affix: para-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: In isomeric benzene derivatives, having the two substituents in opposite (1,4) positions (compare ortho- and meta-)
Etymology Compounds: Affix: παρά
Language: grc
Decoded: para
Meaning: beside; next to, near, from; against, contrary to
Affix: scorodite
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: An orthorhombic-dipyramidal mineral containing arsenic, hydrogen, iron, and oxygen.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: σκόροδον
Language: grc
Decoded: skorodon
Meaning: garlic
Affix: -ite
Language: en
Decoded: -ite
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form nouns denoting rocks or minerals.