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counterbore

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3 syllables
11 characters
English (US)
3syllables

counterbore

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counterbore is a polysyllabic word with 3 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, counterbore is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofcounterbore

1noun
  • A cylindrical recess, typically machined around a hole to admit a screw so that it sits flush with a surface.
  • The tool with which a counterbore is machined.
1verb
  • To create such a cylindrical recess.

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