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Hyphenation of cartilaginous

How to hyphenate cartilaginous

Because it is a word with a single syllable, cartilaginous is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

cartilaginous
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Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: cartilaginous

Definitions of cartilaginous

cartilaginous is defined as:

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Comprising soft cartilage rather than bone

    Example: Cartilaginous fish such as the angler fish have a skeletal structure made up of cartilage.

  • adjective
    Related to or resembling cartilage
  • adjective
    Having a tough or fibrous texture, usually in reference to a mushroom stipe

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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.