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Hyphenation of erase

How to hyphenate erase

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

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.

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5
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
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Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of erase

Definition 1 as noun
  • noun The operation of deleting data.
Definition 1 as verb
  • verb To remove markings or information

    Example: I erased that note because it was wrong.

  • verb To obliterate information from (a storage medium), such as to clear or (with magnetic storage) to demagnetize.

    Example: I'm going to erase this tape.

  • verb To obliterate (information) from a storage medium, such as to clear or to overwrite.

    Example: I'm going to erase those files.

  • verb To remove a runner from the bases via a double play or pick off play

    Example: Jones was erased by a 6-4-3 double play.

  • verb To be erased (have markings removed, have information removed or be cleared of information).

    Example: The chalkboard erased easily.

  • verb To disregard (a group, an orientation, etc.); to prevent from having an active role in society.
  • verb To kill; assassinate.

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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.