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lackey

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2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

lackey

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lackey 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, lackey is hyphenated as:

Definitions oflackey

1noun
  • A footman, a liveried male servant.
  • A fawning, servile follower.

    Synonyms: lickspittle

1verb
  • To attend, wait upon, serve obsequiously.
  • To toady, play the flunky.

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