Word: exocervix
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: e
xo
cer
vix
Definition: The protective mucous membrane on the exterior of the cervix.
Morphemes:
Affix: exo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: outside; external
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ἔξω
Language: grc
Decoded: exo
Meaning: outer; external
Affix: cervix
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The lower, narrow portion of the uterus where it joins with the top end of the vagina.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: cervīx
Language: la
Decoded: cervix
Meaning: neck