Hyphenation of trim

How to hyphenate trim

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

trim

Syllables Count: 1
Characters Count: 4
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 4
Hyphens Count: 0

Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is:

Definitions of trim

trim is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

noun
Decoration; especially, decoration placed along edges or borders.
Example: Paint the house white with blue trim.
noun
A haircut, especially a moderate one to touch up an existing style.
Example: I went to the hairdresser for a trim but came back nearly bald.
noun
Dress; gear; ornaments.
noun
The manner in which something is equipped or adorned; order; disposition.
Example: The car comes in three different trims.
noun
Sexual intercourse.
noun
The fore-and-aft angle of the vessel to the water, with reference to the cargo and ballast; the manner in which a vessel floats on the water, whether on an even keel or down by the head or stern.
noun
The arrangement of the sails with reference to the wind.

Definition 1 as verb

verb
To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.
Example: A ranch steak is usually trimmed of all excess fat.
verb
To decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree.
Example: They traditionally trim the tree on Christmas Eve.
verb
(of an aircraft) To adjust pitch using trim tabs.
verb
(of a vessel) To modify the angle relative to the water by shifting cargo or ballast; to adjust for sailing; to assume, or cause to assume a certain position, or trim, in the water.
verb
(of a vessel's sails) To modify the angle (of the sails) relative to the wind, especially to set them at the most advantageous angle.
verb
To balance; to fluctuate between parties, so as to appear to favour each.
verb
To make trim; to put in due order for any purpose; to make right, neat, or pleasing; to adjust.
verb
(of timber) To dress; to make smooth.
verb
To rebuke; to reprove.
verb
To beat or thrash.

Definition 1 as adjective

adjective
Physically fit.
Example: He goes jogging every day to keep in trim.
adjective
Slender, lean.
Example: a trim figure
adjective
Neat or smart in appearance.
Example: a trim lawn

Definition 1 as adverb

adverb
In good order; properly managed or maintained.
adverb
With sails well trimmed.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.