Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
braille
Noun
/breɪl/
Definition
A tactile writing system used by people who are visually impaired.
Examples
- He read the book in braille.
- Many street signs have braille beneath the text.
- She learned to write in braille to communicate with her visually impaired friends.
Meaning
Braille is a method of reading and writing that uses patterns of raised dots to represent letters and numbers, allowing those who are blind or have low vision to read by touch.
Synonyms
- tactile writing
- raised dot system
