punctuation
nounfeminine/põ.tuˈa.sɐ̃w/medium
pon·tu·a·ção
Definition
The use of symbols to clarify meaning in writing.
Punctuation is essential for the clarity of the text.
He made a mistake in the punctuation of the sentence.
Common collocations
correct punctuationincorrect punctuation
Etymology
Do latim 'punctuatio'