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tamping

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2 syllables
7 characters
English (US)
2syllables

tamping

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tamping is a polysyllabic word with 2 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, tamping is hyphenated as:

Definitions oftamping

1verb
  • (blasting) To plug up with clay, earth, dry sand, sod, or other material, as a hole bored in a rock.
  • To drive in or pack down by frequent gentle strokes

    Example: "Tamp earth so as to make a smooth place."

  • To reduce the intensity of.
1noun
  • The act of one who tamps; specifically, the act of filling up a hole in a rock, or the branch of a mine, with earth, sand, or similar material in order to contain and direct explosive force meant to blast the rock or collapse the mine.
  • The material used in tamping.
1adjective
  • Very angry; fuming.
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