Word: appendicitis
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: ap
pen
di
ci
tis
Definition: inflammation of the vermiform appendix; a vestigial process that extends from the lower end of the cecum and that resembles a small pouch
Morphemes:
Affix: appendix
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The vermiform appendix, an inner organ that can become inflamed.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: appendix
Language: la
Decoded: appendix
PoS: Noun
Meaning: appendage
Affix: -itis
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Suffix denoting diseases characterized by inflammation, itself often caused by an infection.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -ῖτις
Language: grc
Decoded: -itis
Meaning: pertaining to