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Meaning of oblique mark | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Synonym of slash ⟨/⟩, sometimes (generally proscribed) inclusive of similar marks such as the backslash ⟨\⟩.

uncommon

Examples

“The oblique mark ∖ above the letters implies that the notes must come in succession, the upper one first, as this mark / signifies a contrary succession.”
“Any fraction may be made by typing the numerator, the oblique mark (/), and the denominator. The oblique mark is struck with the small finger of the right hand.”
“Your fourth finger on your right hand strikes semicolon (;) on the home row, reaches up slightly for p, and down to the bottom row slightly right for the oblique mark (/).”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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