Morpheme
/ˈmɔːrfiːm/
Formal Definition
The smallest unit of meaning in a language. It cannot be divided further without losing meaning.
Analysis of "Unbreakable"
un- +
break +
-able
Root Morpheme
"Break" (Free Morpheme)
Affix Morpheme
"-able" (Bound Morpheme)
Indivisible
Hierarchy Level
Meaningful
Primary Attribute
Allomorphs
Variant Forms