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Hyphenation of messenger

How to hyphenate messenger

Because it is a word with a single syllable, messenger is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

messenger
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
9
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
9
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: messenger

Definitions of messenger

messenger is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    One who brings messages.
  • noun
    A light line with which a heavier line may be hauled e.g. from the deck of a ship to the pier.
  • noun
    The supporting member of an aerial cable (electric power or telephone or data).
  • noun
    A person appointed to perform certain ministerial duties under bankrupt and insolvent laws, such as to take charge of the estate of the bankrupt or insolvent.
  • noun
    An instant messenger program.
  • noun
    A forerunner.
  • noun
    A light scudding cloud preceding a storm.
  • noun
    A piece of paper, etc., blown up a string to a kite.
  • noun
    A weight dropped down a line to close a Nansen bottle.
  • noun
    The secretary bird.
  • noun
    A messenger-at-arms.

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To send something by messenger.

    Example: I'll messenger over the signed documents.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.