Word: curveball
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: cur
ve
ball
Definition: An unexpected turn of events initiated by an opponent or chance.
Morphemes:
Affix: curve
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To cause to swerve from a straight course.
Affix: ball
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: An opportunity to launch the pinball into play.