Meaning of the word hyphenated in English
What does hyphenated mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hyphenated
US /ˈhaɪ.fən.eɪ.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˈhaɪ.fən.eɪ.tɪd/
Adjective
joined by a hyphen
Example:
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The term 'well-being' is often hyphenated.
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Many compound adjectives are hyphenated when they precede the noun they modify.