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Hyphenation of sling

How to hyphenate sling

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

sling
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
5
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
5
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: sling

Definitions of sling

sling is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    An instrument for throwing stones or other missiles, consisting of a short strap with two strings fastened to its ends, or with a string fastened to one end and a light stick to the other.
  • noun
    A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
  • noun
    A loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.
  • noun
    A loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.
  • noun
    A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.
  • noun
    (chiefly in the plural) A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast.
  • noun
    The act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke.
  • noun
    A loop of rope or fabric tape used for various purposes: e.g. as part of a runner, or providing extra protection when abseiling or belaying.
  • noun
    A drink composed of a spirit (usually gin) and water sweetened.

    Example: a Singapore sling

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To throw with a circular or arcing motion.
  • verb
    To throw with a sling.
  • verb
    To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.
  • verb
    To sell, peddle, or distribute illicitly (e.g. drugs, sex, etc.).

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the process of dividing words across lines in print or on websites. It involves inserting hyphens (-) where a word breaks to continue on the next line.

Proper hyphenation improves readability by reducing the unevenness of word spacing and unnecessary large gaps. It also helps avoid confusion that may occur when part of a word carries over. Ideal hyphenation should break words according to pronunciation and syllables. Most word processors and publishing apps have automated tools to handle hyphenation effectively based on language rules and dictionaries. Though subtle, proper hyphenation improves overall typography and reading comfort.