APOSTROPHE


Meaning of APOSTROPHE in English

noun

EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS

For single quotes or apostrophes leave out the Shift key.

The basic idea is this: use apostrophes to show that one thing owns, or possesses, another.

The Romantic plays increase the interrogations, apostrophes, abrupt interruptions, exclamations and leaders that were so evident in sentimental comedy.

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