Word: torpedo
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: tor
pe
do
Definition: To undermine or destroy any endeavor with a stealthy, powerful attack.
Morphemes:
Affix: torpedo
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To undermine or destroy any endeavor with a stealthy, powerful attack.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: torpeō
Language: la
Decoded: torpeo
Meaning: I am stiff, numb, torpid; I am astounded; I am inactive
Affix: -ēdō
Language: la
Decoded: -edo
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: suffixed to the roots of adjectives and verbs, chiefly forms abstract nouns