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kicking

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2 syllables
7 characters
English (US)
2syllables

kicking

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

kicking 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, kicking is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofkicking

1verb
  • To strike or hit with the foot or other extremity of the leg.

    Example: "Did you kick your brother?"

  • To make a sharp jerking movement of the leg, as to strike something.

    Example: "He enjoyed the simple pleasure of watching the kickline kick."

  • To direct to a particular place by a blow with the foot or leg.

    Example: "Kick the ball into the goal."

  • (with "off" or "out") To eject summarily.
  • To forcibly remove a participant from an online activity.

    Example: "He was kicked by ChanServ for flooding."

  • To overcome (a bothersome or difficult issue or obstacle); to free oneself of (a problem).

    Example: "I still smoke, but they keep telling me to kick the habit."

  • To move or push suddenly and violently.

    Example: "He was kicked sideways by the force of the blast."

  • (of a firearm) To recoil; to push by recoiling.
  • To attack (a piece) in order to force it to move.
  • To accelerate quickly with a few pedal strokes in an effort to break away from other riders.

    Example: "Contador kicks again to try to rid himself of Rasmussen."

  • To show opposition or resistance.
  • To work a press by impact of the foot on a treadle.
1verb
  • To die.
1noun
  • The action of the verb to kick.

    Example: "In boxing, kicking one's opponent is not allowed."

  • A violent assault involving repeated kicks.

    Example: "The bullies pushed the boy over and gave him a kicking."

  • A great loss or defeat; licking.
1adjective
  • Terrific, great (of clothes) smart, fashionable.

    Example: "a kicking pair of jeans"

  • Alive, active (especially in the phrase alive and kicking).

    Example: "still kicking at 89"

  • (of a party or event) Actively ongoing and enjoyable.

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