Meaning Of The Word Obelus
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Obelus Meaning
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What's The Definition Of Obelus?
obelus in American English
a mark (- or ÷) used in ancient manuscripts to indicate questionable passages or readings noun: a mark (− or ÷) used in ancient manuscripts to point out spurious, corrupt, doubtful, or superfluous words or passages obelus in British English noun: a mark (— or ÷) used in editions of ancient documents to indicate spurious words or passages |
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