Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
asterix
noun
/ˈæstərɪks/
Definition
A symbol (*) used to indicate a footnote or annotation.
Examples
- She used an asterix to reference an important note at the bottom of the page.
- In the report, several points were marked with an asterix for further explanation.
Meaning
A typographical symbol that serves various purposes in writing, such as marking a footnote, indicating correction, or being used in mathematics.
Synonyms
- star
- footnote symbol
