Hyphenation of foreclose

How to hyphenate foreclose

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

foreclose

Syllables Count: 1
Characters Count: 9
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 9
Hyphens Count: 0

Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: foreclose

Definitions of foreclose

foreclose is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

verb
To repossess a mortgaged property whose owner has failed to make the necessary payments; used with on.
Example: They have to move out of their house because the bank foreclosed on their mortgage.
verb
To cut off (a mortgager) by a judgment of court from the power of redeeming the mortgaged premises.
verb
To shut up or out; to prevent from doing something.
Synonyms: bar, exclude, prevent, stop

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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.