2syllables
pectoral
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pectoral 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, pectoral is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofpectoral
1noun
- A pectoral fin.
- Protective armor for a horse's breast.
- A covering or protection for the breast.
- A breastplate, especially that worn by the Jewish high priest.
- A clasp, cross, or ornamental square of cloth etc. worn upon the breast.
- A medicine for diseases of the chest organs, especially the lungs.
1adjective
- Of or pertaining to the breast, or chest.
Example: "the pectoral muscles"
- Relating to, or good for, diseases of the chest or lungs.
- Having the breast conspicuously colored.
Example: "the pectoral sandpiper"
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