Word: millipore
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: mi
lli
pore
Definition: Any of several filters, made from cellulose acetate membranes, capable of removing very small particles.
Morphemes:
Affix: milli-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: In the International System of Units and other metric systems of units, one-thousandth of the unit to which it is prefixed; that is, multiplying the unit to which it is attached by 10-3. Symbol: m.
Affix: pore
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: By extension any small opening or interstice, especially one of many, or one allowing the passage of a fluid.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: πόρος
Language: grc
Decoded: poros
Meaning: passage