Hyphenation of precedents
How to hyphenate precedents
Because it is a word with a single syllable, precedents is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
- Syllables Count
- 1
- Characters Count
- 10
- Alpha-numeric Characters Count
- 10
- Hyphens Count
- 0
Definitions of precedents
precedents is defined as:
Definition 1 as noun
- nounAn act in the past which may be used as an example to help decide the outcome of similar instances in the future.
- nounA decided case which is cited or used as an example to justify a judgment in a subsequent case.
- nounAn established habit or custom.
- noun(with definite article) The aforementioned (thing).
- nounThe previous version.
- nounA rough draught of a writing which precedes a finished copy.
Definition 1 as verb
- verbTo provide precedents for.
- verbTo be a precedent for.
Words nearby precedents
- precedency
- precedent
- precedentable
- precedentary
- precedented
- precedential
- precedentless
- precedently
- (precedents)
- preceder
- precedes
- preceding
- precednce
- preceeding
- precel
- precelebrant
- precelebrate
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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.