Word: epicalyxes
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: e
pi
ca
ly
xes
Definition: Plural of epicalyx; a group of bracts simulating a calyx as in a carnation or hibiscus
Morphemes:
Affix: epi-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Denotes an epimeric form
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ἐπί
Language: grc
Decoded: epi
Meaning: on top of
Affix: calyx
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Any of various cup-like structures.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: κάλυξ
Language: grc
Decoded: kalux
Meaning: case of a bud, husk
Affix: -es
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form the regular plural of nouns