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Definition of Parenthesis
1. Noun. Either of two punctuation marks (or) used to enclose textual material.
2. Noun. A message that departs from the main subject.
Exact synonyms: Aside, Digression, Divagation, Excursus
Generic synonyms: Content, Message, Subject Matter, Substance
Derivative terms: Digress, Divagate, Parenthetic, Parenthetical
Generic synonyms: Content, Message, Subject Matter, Substance
Derivative terms: Digress, Divagate, Parenthetic, Parenthetical
Definition of Parenthesis
1. n. A word, phrase, or sentence, by way of comment or explanation, inserted in, or attached to, a sentence which would be grammatically complete without it. It is usually inclosed within curved lines (see def. 2 below), or dashes.
Definition of Parenthesis
1. [n -THESES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Parenthesis
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