trinitrocellulose
Syllables
tri-ni-tro-cel-lu-lose
Pronunciation
/ˌtrɪˌnaɪtroʊˈsɛljuloʊs/
Stress
010111
Morphemes
tri- + nitro- + cellulose
Trinitrocellulose is a six-syllable noun with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard English rules, respecting morpheme boundaries and consonant cluster constraints. It's a complex word derived from Latin roots, referring to a highly explosive compound.
Definitions
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A highly explosive organic compound, a derivative of cellulose in which three hydroxyl groups have been replaced by nitro groups.
“Trinitrocellulose is a key component in many explosives.”
“The manufacturing process of trinitrocellulose requires strict safety protocols.”
ant:Cellulose
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('cel'). The first and third syllables have secondary stress.
Syllables
tri — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. ni — Open syllable.. tro — Closed syllable.. cel — Closed syllable.. lu — Open syllable.. lose — Closed syllable.
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CVC Structure
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Morpheme Boundary
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