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Topic: Punctuation

theretofore

IPA: /ˈθɛrɪˌtɔːr/

KK: /ˈθɛrɪˌtɔr/

adverb

Definition: Up to that time or before that moment.

Example: The law was not enforced theretofore, leading to confusion among the citizens.

underscore

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌskɔːr/

KK: /ʌndərˌskoʊr/

noun

Definition: A line drawn beneath a word or phrase to emphasize it or indicate that it should be italicized.

Example: In the sentence, the teacher asked us to underscore the important terms.

transitive verb

Definition: To highlight or make something more noticeable, often to show its importance.

Example: The teacher underscored the importance of studying for the exam.

unpunctuated

IPA: /ʌnˈpʌŋkʧueɪtɪd/

KK: /ʌnˈpʌŋkʧuˌeɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing text that does not have any punctuation marks, making it difficult to read or understand.

Example: The unpunctuated text was hard to follow and caused confusion among the readers.

verb

Definition: To not include punctuation marks in writing, making it difficult to read or understand.

Example: The text was unpunctuated, which made it hard to follow the author's ideas.

videlicet

IPA: /ˌvɪd.ɪˈliː.sɛt/

KK: /vɪˈdɛlɪˌsɛt/

adverb

Definition: This word is used to clarify or specify something by providing examples or details.

Example: He enjoys outdoor activities, videlicet hiking, biking, and swimming.

virgule

IPA: //ˈvɜːrɡjuːl//

KK: /ˈvɜrɡjuːl/

noun

Definition: A diagonal mark used in writing and printing to separate options, indicate the word 'per', or show the ends of lines in poetry.

Example: In the phrase 'and/or', the virgule helps clarify the options.

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