trachy-

combining form

1

: rough : strong

trachyglossate

trachychromatic

2

: trachytic

trachydolerite

trachyandesite

Word History

Etymology

in sense 1, from New Latin, from Greek, from trachys rough, harsh; in sense 2, from French, from trachyte

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

• More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
• Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
• Advanced search features
• Ad free!