Word: parafiscal
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: par
a
fis
cal
Definition: Relating to charges levied by quangos and similar semi-governmental bodies
Morphemes:
Affix: para-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: above, beyond
Etymology Compounds: Affix: παρά
Language: grc
Decoded: para
Meaning: beside; next to, near, from; against, contrary to
Affix: fiscal
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Related to the treasury of a country, company, region or city, particularly to government spending and revenue.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: fiscus
Language: la
Decoded: fiscus
Meaning: treasury