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Words with Root “-cyst-” in English (US)
Browse English (US) words sharing the root “-cyst-”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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-cyst- Derived from Greek *kystis* (bladder, sac); refers to a cyst or sac-like structure.
laparocystectomy
7 syllables16 letters
la·pa·ro·cys·tec·to·my
/ˌlæpəroʊsɪˈstɛktəmi/
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Laparocystectomy is a noun denoting surgical cyst removal. It's divided into seven syllables: la-pa-ro-cys-tec-to-my, with primary stress on 'tec'. The word is composed of Greek-derived morphemes (laparo-, -cyst-, -ectomy) and follows standard English syllabification rules, prioritizing morphemic boundaries.