double dagger

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Noun double dagger has 1 sense

double dagger, double obelisk, dieses - a character used in printing to indicate a cross reference or footnote
--₁ is a kind of character, grapheme, graphic symbol

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Double Dagger

Definition:

A double dagger, also known as a diesis or obelus, is a typographical symbol that is used to indicate various meanings, such as footnotes, references, or alternative pronunciations.

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Noun (Symbol):

The double dagger (†) is often seen in scholarly articles as a reference marker.

Noun (Surgical Instrument):

A double dagger is a specialized surgical instrument used for incisions in delicate procedures.

Verb:

She double daggers her name to indicate the correct pronunciation.

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