Dissyllabizing

/dɪsɪˈlæbɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of dissyllabize; the act of dividing into two syllables, or describing something being so divided (American spelling).

Etymology

Present participle of dissyllabize (American spelling), formed by adding -ing. Standard present participle formation in English.

Kelly Says

The -ing form is identical in both American and British English spelling, since the rule for doubling consonants applies the same way; it's one of the few participles that doesn't differ between the dialects.

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