Word: headgear
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: head
gear
Definition: A type of orthodontic appliance attached to dental braces that aids in correcting severe bite problems.
Morphemes:
Affix: head
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The end of a nail, screw, bolt or similar fastener which is opposite the point; usually blunt and relatively wide.
Affix: gear
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A wheel with grooves (teeth) engraved on the outer circumference, such that two such devices can interlock and convey motion from one to the other; a gear wheel.