3syllables
retention
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retention 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, retention is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofretention
1noun
- The act of retaining or something retained
- The act or power of remembering things
- A memory; what is retained in the mind
- The involuntary withholding of urine and faeces
- The length of time an individual remains in treatment
- That which contains something, as a tablet; a means of preserving impressions.
- The act of withholding; restraint; reserve.
- A place of custody or confinement.
- The right to withhold a debt, or of retaining property until a debt due to the person claiming the right is duly paid; a lien.
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