thews
Because it is a word with a single syllable, thews is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofthews
- A bondman; a slave.
- To oppress; enslave.
- Muscle or sinew.
- A good quality or habit; virtue.
- (usually plural) An attractive physical attribute, especially muscle; mental or moral vigour.
Example: "1998: B.A. Roberts, Battle Magic – As I pull two Mercian shafts from my bloodied thews."
- Instruct in morals or values; chastise.
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