Word: oncoprotein
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: on
co
pro
tein
Definition: A protein that is coded for by an oncogene.
Morphemes:
Affix: onco-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Pertaining to tumors; an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ὄγκος
Language: grc
Decoded: ogkos
Meaning: lump, mass, bulk
Affix: protein
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A food rich in protein, often a meat or meat substitute.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: πρωτεῖος
Language: grc
Decoded: proteios
Meaning: primary