Definition of "hyphenates" [hyphenates]

• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of hyphenate. (verb)

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• "However, the hyphenates are a separate and special branch of the species."
• "Most of those who are listed with us as producers are "hyphenates" such as producer-writers, or others who do some "hands-on" work in addition to their producer duties."
• "The crusade against 'hyphenates' will only inflame the partial patriotism of trans-nationals, and cause them to assert their European traditions in strident and unwholesome ways."