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intimates

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3 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
3syllables

intimates

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

intimates 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, intimates is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofintimates

1noun
  • A very close friend.

    Example: "Only a couple of intimates had ever read his writing."

  • (in plural intimates) Women's underwear, sleepwear, or lingerie, especially offered for sale in a store.

    Example: "You'll find bras and panties in the women's intimates section upstairs."

1verb
  • To suggest or disclose (something) discreetly.

    Example: "He intimated that we should leave before the argument escalated."

  • To notify.

    Example: "I will intimate you when the details are available."

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