Hyphenation of backlashes

How to hyphenate backlashes

backlashes is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, backlashes is hyphenated as:

back-lashes

Syllables Count: 2
Characters Count: 10
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 10
Hyphens Count: 1

Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of backlashes

backlashes is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

noun
A sudden backward motion.
noun
A negative reaction, objection or outcry, especially of a violent or abrupt nature.
Example: The public backlash to the proposal was quick and insistent.
noun
The distance through which one part of connected machinery, as a wheel, piston, or screw, can be moved without moving the connected parts, resulting from looseness in fitting or from wear.
noun
The jarring or reflex motion caused in badly fitting machinery by irregularities in velocity or a reverse of motion.

Definition 1 as verb

verb
To cause or set off a backlash.

Words nearby backlashes

backjaw
backjoint
backland
backlands
backlash
backlashed
backlasher
backlashers
(backlashes)
backlashing
backless
backlet
backliding
backlight
backlighting
backlings
backlins

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.