Word: preceramic
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: pre
cer
a
mic
Definition: Of a polymer: able to be converted into a ceramic by pyrolysis in an inert atmosphere.
Morphemes:
Affix: pre-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Before; physically in front of; anterior.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: prae-
Language: la
Decoded: prae-
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: before; in front
Affix: ceramic
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Made of material produced by the high-temperature firing of inorganic, nonmetallic rocks and minerals.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: κεραμικός
Language: grc
Decoded: keramikos
Meaning: potters