Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ditto-mark
noun
/ˈdɪtoʊ mɑrk/
Definition
A symbol used to indicate that the word or phrase above it is to be repeated.
Examples
- In the report, Jane wrote her name, followed by a ditto-mark for the signatures of her colleagues.
- The inventory list was filled with items and many ditto-marks to indicate repeated quantities.
Meaning
The ditto mark represents repetition, often used in lists or documents to save space and avoid redundancy.
Synonyms
- Repeater
- Copy mark
- Equivalent symbol
