punctuation (/ˌpʌŋk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən/)
noun · Intermediate · Culture & Society
🔊 /ˌpʌŋk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən/
Meaning
Meaning: marks that organise writing
Punctuation is the set of marks, such as commas and full stops, used to make writing clear. Correct punctuation helps readers understand sentences.
Examples
🗣 Check your punctuation before handing in the essay.
Etymology
From Latin ‘punctus’ meaning a point.
How & Where It’s Used
A core part of writing accuracy and assessment.
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Tags: language, writing