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Hyphenation of deputy

How to hyphenate deputy

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

deputy
Syllables Count
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6
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
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Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: deputy

Definitions of deputy

deputy is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    One appointed as the substitute of another, and empowered to act for them, in their name or their behalf; a substitute in office

    Synonyms: delegate, lieutenant, representative, vice, vicegerent

    Example: As the deputy store manager, he is able to fire staff.

  • noun
    A person employed to install and remove props, brattices, etc. and to clear gas, for the safety of the miners.
  • noun
    (France): A member of the Chamber of Deputies, formerly called Corps Législatif
  • noun
    (Ireland): a member of Dáil Éireann, or the title of a member of Dáil Éireann. (Normally capitalised in both cases)

    Example: At today's meeting, Deputy Ryan will speak on local issues.

  • noun
    (United States): a law enforcement officer who works for the county sheriff's office; a deputy sheriff or sheriff's deputy; the entry level rank in such an agency

    Example: The sheriff's deputies took the suspect into custody.

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To deputise

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.