Hyphenation of old-school
How to hyphenate old-school
Because it is a word with a single syllable, old-school is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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- Characters Count
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- Words Count
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Definitions of old-school
- noun A style, way of thinking, or method for accomplishing a task that was employed in a former era, remembered either for its inferiority to the current method, or for its time-honored superiority over the new way.
Example: Family experts are advocating a change away from the old school, advising parents not to medicate behavioral problems.
- adjective Characteristic of a style, outlook, or method employed in a former era, remembered either as inferior to the current style, or alternately, remembered nostalgically as superior or preferable to the new style, the older denoting something that would be considered out of date or out of fashion to some, but as such, is considered by others as cool and hip.
Example: Man, I love that jacket; it's so old school.
Words nearby old-school
- old-maid
- old-maidenish
- old-maidish
- old-maidishness
- old-maidism
- old-man's-beard
- old-new
- old-rose
- (old-school)
- old-sighted
- old-sightedness
- old-squaw
- old-standing
- old-style
- old-time
- old-timer
- old-timey
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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.