Definition

To mark or annotate something with a symbol called an obelus, which is often used to indicate a footnote or a reference.

Example

In academic writing, it is common to obelize certain terms to provide additional information.

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Conversation

Have you ever thought about how we should obelize our notes for clarity?

That's a good idea! It would make it easier to find important points later.

Right? I think marking key terms with symbols really helps.

Definitely, I’ll start doing that in my next study session.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'obelize' is derived from 'obelus' (from Greek 'obelos', meaning a pointed pillar or a mark) and the suffix '-ize' (meaning to make or to cause to be). The term 'obelize' refers to the act of marking a text with an obelus, typically to indicate a critical note or deletion.

Memory Tip

Think of 'obelus', which means a pointed mark, and remember that to 'obelize' is to make a mark on a text.

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