pew
Because it is a word with a single syllable, pew is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofpew
- One of the long benches in a church, seating several persons, usually fixed to the floor and facing the chancel.
Example: "In many churches some pews are reserved for either clerical or liturgical officials such as canons, or for prominent families."
- An enclosed compartment in a church which provides seating for a group of people, often a prominent family.
- Any structure shaped like a church pew, such as a stall, formerly used by money lenders, etc.; a box in a theatre; or a pen or sheepfold.
- A chair; a seat.
Example: "Pull up a pew."
- To furnish with pews.
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