Word: metformin
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: met
for
min
Definition: A biguanide derivative, C4H11N5, used, now chiefly as the hydrochloride, as an oral hypoglycemic agent in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus; 1,1-dimethylbiguanide.
Morphemes:
Affix: meth-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Alternative form of metho.. Methylated spirits.
Affix: -formin
Language: en
Meaning: phenformin derivative