Word: tribology
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: tri
bol
o
gy
Definition: The science and engineering of interacting surfaces in relative motion; the study and application of technology using the principles of friction, lubrication and wear.
Morphemes:
Affix: tribo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: friction
Etymology Compounds: Affix: τρίβω
Language: grc
Decoded: tribo
Meaning: to rub
Affix: -logy
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A branch of learning; a study of a particular subject.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -logia
Language: la
Decoded: -logia
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: -logy; the study of