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virgule

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun virgule has 1 sense
  1. solidus, slash, virgule, diagonal, stroke, separatrix - a punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information
    --1 is a kind of punctuation, punctuation mark

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Virgule


Noun (Grammar)

A virgule is a punctuation mark (/) used to indicate a forward slash or a slash. It is called the "virgule" in specific contexts, such as grammar and typography.

Sample Sentence:

The virgule is commonly used in URLs, fraction notations, and to represent alternatives or choices.


Noun (Typography)

In typography, a virgule is a diagonal line (/) used as a separator between lines or phrases. It is commonly used to show choices or to indicate a line break when quoting poetry or lyrics.

Sample Sentence:

The designer creatively used a virgule to separate the headings in the brochure, adding a touch of elegance to the layout.


Noun (Mathematics)

In mathematics, a virgule refers to the division symbol (/), used to represent fractions or division between numbers or variables in a mathematical expression.

Sample Sentence:

The equation required simplifying a complex virgule expression, helping to solve the problem more efficiently.


Noun (Botany)

In botany, a virgule is a term used to describe a type of fruit capsule that splits open along the seam with the appearance of a slash or forward slash.

Sample Sentence:

The seed pods of the plant burst open with a virgule, releasing the seeds into the wind.


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