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Hyphenation of headhunting

How to hyphenate headhunting

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

headhunting
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
11
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
11
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: headhunting

Definitions of headhunting

headhunting is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To cut off, and preserve, the heads of one's enemies
  • verb
    To actively recruit executive personnel
  • verb
    To pitch at a batter's head.

    Example: There's a brawl on the field because the pitcher has been headhunting throughout the game.

  • verb
    To use one's hockey stick to strike an opponent's head.

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    The cutting off and preservation of the heads of one's enemies.
  • noun
    The active recruitment of executive or talented personnel.

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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.