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galoshes

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "galoshes" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

3 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
3syllables

galoshes

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

galoshes 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, galoshes is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofgaloshes

1noun
  • A waterproof overshoe used to provide protection from rain or snow.
  • A waterproof rubber boot, intended to be worn in wet or muddy conditions.
1noun
  • A clog or patten.

    Example: "Nor were worthy [to] unbuckle his galoche. - Chaucer."

  • Hence, an overshoe worn in wet weather.
  • A gaiter, or legging, covering the upper part of the shoe and part of the leg.
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