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Hyphenation of noncontributory

How to hyphenate noncontributory

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

noncontributory
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Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: noncontributory

Definitions of noncontributory

noncontributory is defined as:

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Describing a pension plan in which the members do not provide their own direct contributions (that is, the employer makes all monetary contributions; the employees make no monetary contributions, whereas their service toward the company's ability to operate is their indirect contribution, for which the pension is remuneration).
  • adjective
    Not being a contributing factor (to a decision, analysis, or situation), such as not contributing to a medical diagnosis.

    Example: Although medical history is always relevant to diagnosis, it is sometimes noncontributory, shedding no light on possible causes of symptoms.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the process of splitting words into syllables and inserting hyphens between them to facilitate the reading of a text. It is also used to divide words when the word cannot fit on a line.

This technique is particularly helpful in fully justified texts, where it aids in creating a uniform edge along both sides of a paragraph. Hyphenation rules vary among languages and even among different publications within the same language. It's a critical component in typesetting, significantly influencing the aesthetics and readability of printed and digital media. For instance, in compound adjectives like 'long-term solution', hyphens clarify relationships between words, preventing misinterpretation. Moreover, hyphenation can alter meanings: 'recreation' differs from 're-creation'.

With the advent of digital text, hyphenation algorithms have become more sophisticated, though still imperfect, sometimes requiring manual adjustment to ensure accuracy and coherence in text layout. Understanding and correctly applying hyphenation rules is therefore not only a matter of linguistic accuracy but also a key aspect of effective visual communication.