The spelling of the word "anomotreme" might seem unusual at first glance, but it follows the rules of IPA phonetic transcription. The word's pronunciation is /'ænəmətrim/ which explains the unusual use of "o" instead of "a" in the first syllable, which is pronounced with a short "a" sound. The second syllable features a typical long "o" sound, while the final syllable is pronounced with a short "i" sound. Despite its unique spelling, anomotreme is a legitimate word that refers to a type of egg-laying mammal found only in Australia.
The word "anomotreme" is derived from two Greek roots: "anomo-" and "-treme".
The prefix "anomo-" comes from the Greek term "anomos", which means "lawless" or "deviating from the norm". It is derived from the negative prefix "a-" meaning "not" or "without", and "nomos", which translates to "law" or "rule".
The suffix "-treme" is derived from the Greek word "trema", meaning "hole" or "opening". It is commonly used to form words related to orifices or openings.
Therefore, combining both elements, "anomotreme" can be understood to mean "a creature with a deviating orifice" or "a being with an unusual opening".