Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

in-parenthesis

adverb

/ɪn pəˈrɛnθəsɪs/

Definition

A term or phrase that is added as an interjection or clarification in a sentence, typically enclosed in parentheses.

Examples

She completed the project, in-parenthesis, just in time for the deadline.
The recipe includes, in-parenthesis, a note about using fresh herbs for better flavor.

Meaning

The usage of ‘in-parenthesis’ refers to comments or information that are supplementary to the main idea, but are not essential to the overall meaning of the sentence.