-max

Denotes maximum dimensions of a vessel that can travel through the given canal.

Suffix morpheme

  1. Denotes maximum dimensions of a vessel that can travel through the given canal.
    • Panama Canal → Panamax
    • Suez Canal → Suezmax

Origin

Clipping of maximum.

Suffix alt of, alternative

  1. Alternative spelling of -maxx.

Origin

Clipping of maximize.