Word: faceplate
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: face
plate
Definition: A removable protective shield separating the inner workings of a machine from operator and observer.
Morphemes:
Affix: face
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To cover in front, for ornament, protection, etc; to put a facing upon.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: faciēs
Language: la
Decoded: facies
Meaning: form, appearance
Affix: plate
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To cover the surface material of an object with a thin coat of another material, usually a metal.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: plata
Language: la
Decoded: plata
Meaning: silver