-dyne

suffix — 2 senses

-dyne

suffix

Etymology From Ancient Greek δύναμις (dúnamis, “force”), compare -dynamic. Originally prevalent in now often genericized trademarks.

1

Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences Morpheme Forms names of certain types of motors and electrical circuits.

2

Aeronautics, Aerospace, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences Morpheme Relating to propeller-powered flight.

Derived terms
synchrodyne
Related terms
anodyne

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