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onset

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2 syllables
5 characters
English (US)
2syllables

onset

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onset 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, onset is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofonset

1noun
  • An attack; an assault especially of an army.

    Synonyms: storming

  • The initial phase of a disease or condition, in which symptoms first become apparent.

    Example: "the onset of schizophrenia"

  • The initial portion of a syllable, preceding the syllable nucleus.
  • (acoustics) The beginning of a musical note or other sound, in which the amplitude rises from zero to an initial peak.
  • A setting about; a beginning.

    Synonyms: beginning, start

    Example: "the onset of puberty"

  • Anything added, such as an ornament or as a useful appendage.
1verb
  • To assault; to set upon.
  • To set about; to begin.

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