INTERPUNCTION

Etymology

Noun

interpunction (plural interpunctions)

The insertion of points between words or sentences; punctuation.

Source: Wiktionary


In`ter*punc"tion, n. Etym: [L. interpunctio, fr. interpungere, interppunctum, to interpoint. See Inter-, and Point.]

Definition: The insertion of points between word or sentences; punctuation.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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