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Note that many formerly hyphenated compound nouns have now become one word or two words without a hyphen. Many compound nouns remain, however, and the following sentences contain examples:
- The novel Dune described a guided weapon called a hunter-seeker.
- We are spending the holidays with my in-laws.
- I did not pack enough T-shirts for the warm weather.
- Jim was a real wheeler-dealer.
- The restaurant did not advertise but relied mainly on word-of-mouth.
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Is weekend hyphenated?
Yes, "weekend" is not typically hyphenated as it is considered a compound noun that does not require a hyphen.
Should 'low to intermediate' be hyphenated?
Yes, "low-to-intermediate" should be hyphenated when used as a compound modifier before a noun.
Is the work subforeman hyphenated?
Yes, "subforeman" is typically not hyphenated. It is a compound word formed by combining the prefix "sub-" with the noun "foreman."
Should two thirds be hyphenated?
No, "two thirds" should not be hyphenated. It is a compound adjective that functions as a single unit modifying a noun.
What is a compound noun that is hyphenated?
There are no specific rules on forming compound nouns. Hyphens are often used to reduce confusion in a sentence. For example, the compound noun 'wire clip' is perfectly acceptable as a compound noun, but for a term like 'plastic wire-clip', the hyphen makes it more readable. The compound word is correct with or without the hyphen.Some examples of hyphenated compound nouns are:A-frameabout-facead-libAfrican-Americanbreak-inbrother-in-lawcover-upex-husbandfather-in-lawget-togethergreat-grandmotherhalf-sisterknow-howne'er-do-wellnitty-grittypasser-bypresident-electself-assuranceself-helpsix-packsixty-sixT-shirt (or tee-shirt)V-neckvoice-overwarm-upwell-beingx-ray
Is jet stream hyphenated?
No, "jet stream" is not typically hyphenated when used as a compound noun.
Is rowboat a closed compound or hyphenated compound or open compound?
The noun rowboat is a closed compound.
Is mother-in-law a compound?
Yes, mother-in-law is a hyphenated compound noun.
Is a shortcircut a compound noun?
Yes, the noun short circuit (or short-circuit) is a compound noun; an open spaced or hyphenated compound noun (both are accepted).
Is weekend hyphenated?
Yes, "weekend" is not typically hyphenated as it is considered a compound noun that does not require a hyphen.
Is out of scope hyphenated?
The term "out of scope" is typically not hyphenated when used in a sentence, as it functions as a prepositional phrase. However, it can be hyphenated as "out-of-scope" when used as a compound adjective before a noun, such as in "out-of-scope items." Always consider the context to determine the correct usage.
What is hyphenate noun?
A hyphenated noun is a compound noun that includes a hyphen.A compound noun is a noun made up of two or more words that form a noun with a meaning of its own.Hyphens are often used to reduce confusion in a sentence. For example, the compound noun 'wire clip' is perfectly acceptable as a compound noun, but for a term like 'plastic wire-clip' (a clip for wires that is made of plastic), the hyphen makes it more readable. The compound word is correct with or without the hyphen.Some examples of hyphenated compound nouns are:African-Americanbreak-inbrother-in-lawcover-upex-husbandforget-me-notget-togethergreat-grandmother
Should 'low to intermediate' be hyphenated?
Yes, "low-to-intermediate" should be hyphenated when used as a compound modifier before a noun.
What is the hyphenated compound noun for an insider who dobs in a crime?
Whistle-blower.
What is the open spaced compound noun?
There are three types of compound noun; closed (bathtub), hyphenated (fifty-five), and open spaced; examples of open spaced compound nouns are:back yardblack birdbumble beebus stopfront doorhome platehot platepet shopquestion markshoe storetennis shoewindow pane
Is father in laws a plural noun?
No, the correct plural is fathers-in-law, a hyphenated compound noun.
Is tryout one word as a noun and hyphenated as an adjective?
The compound noun 'tryout' is written as either a single word or a hyphenated word, 'try-out'. Either is acceptable.
