come-on
Because it is a word with a single syllable, come-on is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofcome-on
- Something intended to attract, as in an advertisement.
Example: "The free offers are just come-ons to get you in the store so the sales staff can work on you."
- A statement or sometimes action reflecting sexual or romantic interest.
Example: "I thought he'd asked me to lunch to discuss business; I wasn't expecting a come-on."
- A bad actor whose talents do not extend far beyond walking onto the stage.
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