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rummaging

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

3 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
3syllables

rummaging

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

rummaging 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, rummaging is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofrummaging

1verb
  • To arrange (cargo, goods, etc.) in the hold of a ship; to move or rearrange such goods.
  • To search a vessel for smuggled goods.

    Example: "After the long voyage, the customs officers rummaged the ship."

  • To search something thoroughly and with disregard for the way in which things were arranged.

    Example: "She rummaged her purse in search of the keys."

1noun
  • The act of one who rummages.

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