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hyphen Definition and Meaning in English (hyphen definition)

noun
Synonyms:dashconnector
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Hyphen definition: A punctuation mark (-) used to join words or parts of words, or to separate syllables of a single word.

Definitions of Hyphen

  1. 1noun

    A punctuation mark (-) used to join words or parts of words, or to separate syllables of a single word.

Example Sentences

formal

“Always use a hyphen when writing 'well-known' to connect the two words.”

casual

“The word 'co-operate' is often written with a hyphen, though sometimes without.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivehyphenate
nounhyphenation
adjectivehyphenated

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What is the meaning of Hyphen in English?▼
Hyphen definition: A punctuation mark (-) used to join words or parts of words, or to separate syllables of a single word.
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'Hyphen' translates to 'hyphen' in English. Hyphen definition: A punctuation mark (-) used to join words or parts of words, or to separate syllables of a single word.
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