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maggot

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "maggot" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

maggot

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

maggot 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, maggot is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofmaggot

1noun
  • A soft, legless larva of a fly or other dipterous insect, that often eats decomposing organic matter.
  • A worthless person.

    Example: "Drop and give me fifty, maggot."

  • A whimsy or fancy.
  • A fan of the American metal band Slipknot.

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