Definition of semicolon Semicolon

sem•i•co•lon

We found 4 definitions of semicolon from 4 different sources.

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What does semicolon mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: semicolons

semicolon - a punctuation mark (`;') used to connect independent clauses; indicates a closer relation than does a period
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  • semicolon (Noun)
    The punctuation mark ' ;' .

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • semicolon (n.)
    The punctuation mark [;] indicating a separation between parts or members of a sentence more distinct than that marked by a comma.

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Pronunciation

Word frequency

Semicolon is...

40% Complete
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Sign Language

semicolon in sign language
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