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retainer

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

3 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
3syllables

retainer

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

retainer 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, retainer is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofretainer

1noun
  • Any thing or person that retains.
  • A dependent or follower of someone of rank.
  • A paid servant, especially one who has been employed for many years.
  • A fee one pays to reserve the other's time for services.

    Example: "This lawyer charges a retainer for his work."

  • A device that holds teeth in position after orthodontic treatment.
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