Word: cytostome
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: cy
to
stome
Definition: A cellular organelle found only in certain protozoa; it is specialized for phagocytosis, and usually has the form of a microtubule-supported funnel or groove.
Morphemes:
Affix: cyto-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: cell.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: κύτος
Language: grc
Decoded: kutos
Meaning: container, receptacle
Affix: -stome
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: mouth or mouth-like opening
Etymology Compounds: Affix: στόμα
Language: grc
Decoded: stoma
PoS: Noun
Meaning: mouth (especially as the organ of speech)