Possible Misunderstanding
You might be thinking of the suffix "-fier," which is used to form nouns that indicate something that performs a specific action. For example:
* Magnify (verb) → Magnifier (noun - something that magnifies)
* Purify (verb) → Purifier (noun - something that purifies)
Connotation
Connotation refers to the implied or suggested meaning of a word, beyond its literal definition. The connotation of "-fier" generally suggests power, ability, or function.
Let me know if you have a specific word ending in "-fir" in mind, and I can help you analyze its connotation.