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closet

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "closet" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

closet

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

closet 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, closet is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofcloset

1noun
  • Any private area, (particularly) bowers in the open air.
  • Any private or inner room, (particularly):
  • A pew or side-chapel reserved for a monarch or other feudal lord.
  • A private cabinet, (particularly):
  • Any small room or side-room, (particularly):
  • An ordinary similar to a bar but half as broad.
  • A sewer.
1verb
  • To shut away for private discussion.

    Example: "The ambassador has been closeted with the prime minister all afternoon. We're all worried what will be announced when they exit."

  • To put into a private place for a secret interview or interrogation.
  • To shut up in, or as in, a closet for concealment or confinement.
1adjective
  • Private.
  • Secret, (especially) with reference to gay people who are in the closet; closeted.
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