herald
herald 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, herald is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofherald
- A messenger, especially one bringing important news.
Example: "The herald blew his trumpet and shouted that the King was dead."
- A harbinger, giving signs of things to come.
Example: "Daffodils are heralds of Spring."
- An official whose speciality is heraldry, especially one between the ranks of pursuivant and king-of-arms.
Example: "Rouge Dragon is a herald at the College of Arms."
- A moth of the species Scoliopteryx libatrix.
- To proclaim or announce an event.
Example: "Daffodils herald the Spring."
- (usually passive) To greet something with excitement; to hail.
Example: "The film was heralded by critics."
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