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Hyphenation of queer

How to hyphenate queer

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

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.

queer
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Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of queer

queer is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    (sometimes derogatory) A person who is or appears homosexual, or who has homosexual qualities.
  • noun
    (sometimes derogatory) A person of any non-heterosexual sexuality or sexual identity.
  • noun
    (sometimes derogatory) A person of any genderqueer identity.
  • noun
    (definite, with "the") Counterfeit money.

    Synonyms: "funny money", snide

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To render an endeavor or agreement ineffective or null.

    Synonyms: invalidate

  • verb
    To puzzle.
  • verb
    To ridicule; to banter; to rally.
  • verb
    To spoil the effect or success of, as by ridicule; to throw a wet blanket on; to spoil.
  • verb
    To reevaluate or reinterpret (a work) with an eye to sexual orientation and/or to gender, as by applying queer theory.

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Weird, odd or different; whimsical.
  • adjective
    Slightly unwell (mainly in "to feel queer").
  • adjective
    Drunk.
  • adjective
    (sometimes derogatory) Homosexual.
  • adjective
    (sometimes derogatory) Not heterosexual, or not cisgender: homosexual, bisexual, asexual, transgender, etc.
  • adjective
    (broadly) Pertaining to sexual or gender behaviour or identity which does not conform to conventional heterosexual or cisgender norms, assumptions etc.

    Example: the queer community

Definition 1 as adverb

  • adverb
    Queerly.

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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.