exempt
exempt is a polysyllabic word with 2 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, exempt is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofexempt
- One who has been released from something.
- A type of French police officer.
- One of four officers of the Yeomen of the Royal Guard, having the rank of corporal; an exon.
- To grant (someone) freedom or immunity from.
Example: "Citizens over 45 years of age were exempted from military service."
- Free from a duty or obligation.
Example: "His income is so small that it is exempt from tax."
- (of an employee or his position) Not entitled to overtime pay when working overtime.
- Cut off; set apart.
- Extraordinary; exceptional.
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