Word: laparostomy
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: la
par
o
sto
my
Definition: The surgical opening of the peritoneum to expose the abdominal contents
Morphemes:
Affix: laparo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: flank, side
Etymology Compounds: Affix: λαπάρα
Language: grc
Decoded: lapara
Meaning: flank
Affix: -stomy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A surgical procedure forming a hole for access, nutrition, or waste elimination.