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hiccup

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2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

hiccup

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hiccup 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, hiccup is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofhiccup

1noun
  • A spasm of the diaphragm, or the resulting sound.

    Example: "There was a loud hiccup from the back of the room and the class erupted in laughter."

  • (by extension) Any spasm or sudden change.
  • A minor setback.

    Example: "There's been a slight hiccup in the processing of this quarter's results."

1verb
  • To produce a hiccup; have the hiccups.
  • To say with a hiccup.

    Example: ""I haven't touched a drop, officer," the suspect hiccupped."

  • To produce an abortive sound like a hiccup.

    Example: "The car engine hiccupped but wouldn't start."

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