÷
The "dividing sign". Often used to represent the mathematical operation of division. Historically, it has also been used to represent subtraction in Northern Europe.
On Windows computers, pressing Alt+0247 on the number pad will produce an obelus. It is produced with Option+/ on Mac computers.
The "dividing sign". Often used to represent the mathematical operation of division. Historically, it has also been used to represent subtraction in Northern Europe.
On Windows computers, pressing Alt+0247 on the number pad will produce an obelus. It is produced with Option+/ on Mac computers.
by Digital_Gangsta April 21, 2016
Person 1- Did you know Mcarthy Cubert died?
Person 2- No, how did you get to know?
Person1- I saw an obelus next to her name in the magazine!
Person 2- No, how did you get to know?
Person1- I saw an obelus next to her name in the magazine!
by YourUrbanPerson March 17, 2022
noun
1. a symbol (†) used as a reference mark in printed matter, or to indicate that a person is deceased.
2. a mark (– or ÷) used in ancient manuscripts to mark a word or passage as spurious, corrupt, or doubtful.
1. a symbol (†) used as a reference mark in printed matter, or to indicate that a person is deceased.
2. a mark (– or ÷) used in ancient manuscripts to mark a word or passage as spurious, corrupt, or doubtful.
His use of the " obelus " to distinguish spurious verses, which made so large a part of his fame in antiquity, has rather told against him with modern scholars.
by Melbourne Dictionary July 10, 2022
by catinahat3 May 24, 2024