3syllables
shellacking
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shellacking 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, shellacking is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofshellacking
1verb
- To coat with shellac.
- To beat; to thrash.
- To inflict a heavy defeat upon.
1noun
- A heavy defeat, drubbing, or beating; used particularly in sports and political contexts.
Example: "2015 AFL Grand Final, West Coast Eagles copped a shellacking. If they turned up to the game prior to the second half, they may have been in the Contest."
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