How does the word sound?
History of this Word
The origin is uncertain
Notes
In this sense, it is a word added to another word to form a new word.
More words with this suffix,
testosterone
isoflavone
cortisone
phenobarbitone
Definition
A word ending that indicates a ketone or a related compound. Created by people to expand meaning of words. Can be added to the end of many words.
Examples of how the word is used
| Acetone and water are miscible, thereby creating a solution. |
| Does anyone know what the normal progesterone level should be? |