Word: ensconce
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: en
sconce
Definition: To place in a secure environment.
Morphemes:
Affix: en-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: in, into, on, onto
Etymology Compounds: Affix: in-
Language: la
Decoded: in-
Meaning: in, into
Affix: sconce
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A hut for protection and shelter; a stall.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: absconsus
Language: la
Decoded: absconsus
Meaning: hidden