Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lyte

Suffix

/laɪt/

Definition

A suffix used to denote a type or form of an element or compound, often related to substances in a chemical or biological context.

Examples

Electrolyte: A substance that produces an electrically conducting solution when dissolved in a polar solvent.
Monolyte: Referring to a single type of lyte in a particular solution.

Meaning

The term ‘lyte’ is derived from the Greek word ‘lithos,’ meaning stone. It is often used in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and biology, to describe a specific form or type of a substance.