Word: chalkbrood
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: chalk
brood
Definition: A fungal disease of honey bees that gives the bodies of affected larvae a white and chalky appearance.
Morphemes:
Affix: chalk
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A soft, white, powdery limestone.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: calx
Language: la
Decoded: calx
Meaning: limestone
Affix: brood
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The eggs and larvae of social insects such as bees, ants and some wasps, especially when gathered together in special brood chambers or combs within the colony.