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Hyphenation of counterpoise

How to hyphenate counterpoise

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

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

Definitions of counterpoise

counterpoise is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    A weight sufficient to balance another, for example in the opposite end of scales; an equal weight.
  • noun
    An equal power or force acting in opposition; a force sufficient to balance another force.
  • noun
    The relation of two weights or forces which balance each other; equilibrium

    Synonyms: equiponderance

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To act against with equal weight; to equal in weight; to balance the weight of; to counterbalance.
  • verb
    To act against with equal power; to balance.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the process of splitting words into syllables and inserting hyphens between them to facilitate the reading of a text. It is also used to divide words when the word cannot fit on a line.

This technique is particularly helpful in fully justified texts, where it aids in creating a uniform edge along both sides of a paragraph. Hyphenation rules vary among languages and even among different publications within the same language. It's a critical component in typesetting, significantly influencing the aesthetics and readability of printed and digital media. For instance, in compound adjectives like 'long-term solution', hyphens clarify relationships between words, preventing misinterpretation. Moreover, hyphenation can alter meanings: 'recreation' differs from 're-creation'.

With the advent of digital text, hyphenation algorithms have become more sophisticated, though still imperfect, sometimes requiring manual adjustment to ensure accuracy and coherence in text layout. Understanding and correctly applying hyphenation rules is therefore not only a matter of linguistic accuracy but also a key aspect of effective visual communication.