What does the suffix -tome mean?

The suffix "-tome" typically means "a volume" or "a treatise". It comes from the Greek word "tomos", which can mean both "cut" and "volume" (referring to a section of a book).

Here are some examples of words with the suffix "-tome":

* Genome: The complete set of genetic material in an organism.

* Proteome: The complete set of proteins produced by an organism.

* Epitome: A perfect example or embodiment of something.

* Lexicon: A dictionary of a language.

* Anthology: A collection of literary works.

The suffix "-tome" often signifies a comprehensive or systematic collection or study of a specific topic.