Hyphenation of preservatives

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word preservatives ? This word can be hyphenated and contains 4 syllables as shown below.

preser-v-a-tives

Definitions of preservatives :

1.
A chemical compound that is added to protect against decay or decomposition
2.
Tending or having the power to preserve
Timbers should be treated with a preservative substance

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