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decussate

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

3 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
3syllables

decussate

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

decussate 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, decussate is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofdecussate

1verb
  • To form an X or to cross or intersect.
1adjective
  • Crossed; intersected; resembling a letter X.
  • Having anatomical structures or markings crossing each other, typically in an X shape or at right angles.
  • Having opposite leaves arranged alternately at right angles.
  • Consisting of two rising and two falling clauses, placed in alternate opposition to each other.

    Example: "a decussated period"

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