Word: ileostomy
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: il
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Definition: The surgical operation of attaching the ileum to the abdominal wall at a stoma (similar to a colostomy).
Morphemes:
Affix: ileo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Of or relating to the ileum; the part of the small intestine between the jejunum and the cecum
Affix: -stomy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A surgical procedure forming a hole for access, nutrition, or waste elimination.