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dominant

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3 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
3syllables

dominant

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dominant 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, dominant is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofdominant

1noun
  • The fifth major tone of a musical scale (five major steps above the note in question); thus G is the dominant of C, A of D, and so on.
  • The triad built on the dominant tone.
  • A gene that is dominant.
  • A species or organism that is dominant.
  • (BDSM) The dominating partner in sadomasochistic sexual activity.
1adjective
  • Ruling; governing; prevailing

    Example: "The dominant party controlled the government."

  • Predominant, common, prevalent, of greatest importance.

    Example: "The dominant plants of the Carboniferous were lycopods and early conifers."

  • Designating the follicle which will survive atresia and permit ovulation.

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