Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
punctuation mark
Noun
/ˌpʌŋk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən mɑrk/
Definition
A symbol used in writing to separate sentences and clarify meaning.
Examples
- In English, common punctuation marks include periods, commas, and question marks.
- The sentence lacked clarity due to a missing punctuation mark.
- Proper use of punctuation marks is essential for effective writing.
Meaning
Punctuation marks help to indicate pauses, emphasize certain parts of a sentence, or clarify the structure of the text.
Synonyms
- punctuation symbol
- writing mark
