Hyphenation of protractors

How to hyphenate protractors

Because it is a word with a single syllable, protractors is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

protractors

Syllables Count: 1
Characters Count: 11
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 11
Hyphens Count: 0

Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: protractors

Definitions of protractors

protractors is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

noun
One who, or that which, protracts, or causes protraction.
noun
A circular or semicircular tool for drawing or measuring angles.
noun
An instrument formerly used in extracting foreign or offensive matter from a wound.
noun
A muscle that extends an organ or part; opposed to retractor.
noun
An adjustable pattern used by tailors.

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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.