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putrefies

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "putrefies" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

3 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
3syllables

putrefies

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

putrefies is a polysyllabic word with 3 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, putrefies is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofputrefies

1verb
  • To become filled with a pus-like or bile-like substance.
  • To reach an advanced stage of decomposition.
  • To become gangrenous.
  • To make morbid, carious, or gangrenous.

    Example: "to putrefy an ulcer or wound"

  • To corrupt; to make foul.
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