That’s a very good question. The rule is generally that if two words used together make a third meaning then they are hyphenated. It is the English grammar experts at universities [Oxford in the UK] that make the final decision about one word or two in common usage.
oldpine52 over 6 years ago
Why do we park in the driveway, and drive on the parkway?
RWill over 6 years ago
Because backyard is an adjective. For example, you have a backyard barbecue in your back yard.
JoanHelen over 6 years ago
That’s a very good question. The rule is generally that if two words used together make a third meaning then they are hyphenated. It is the English grammar experts at universities [Oxford in the UK] that make the final decision about one word or two in common usage.
GROG Premium Member over 6 years ago
And a 100% chance of Rory.
1MadHat Premium Member over 6 years ago
Depends on what your spell checker prefers.. I just add what I want to its dictionary 8^)