Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
backslash
Noun
/ˈbækˌslæʃ/
Definition
A backslash is a typographical mark used mainly in computing to separate directories or commands.
Examples
- In the file path C:DocumentsFiles, the backslashes separate each directory.
- To escape special characters in programming, a backslash is often used, such as in the string “Hello n World”.
Meaning
In digital contexts, a backslash is often used to indicate file paths or escape characters in programming languages.
Synonyms
- None (Backslash is a unique character)
