글의 의미를 명확하게 하기 위해 사용하는 구두점 또는 그 사용법.
The marks, such as periods, commas, and parentheses, used in writing to separate sentences and clarify meaning, or the system of using these marks.
예문:
"The meaning of the sentence changed completely because of a single misplaced punctuation mark."
"Learning the rules of punctuation is a fundamental part of primary education."
어떤 일이나 상태의 연속성을 중단하거나 끊는 것.
An interruption or break in the continuity of something.
예문:
"The silence of the forest was met with the occasional punctuation of bird calls."
"Her speech was delivered with frequent punctuation of applause from the audience."
단속 평형설에서 제기되는 급격한 종의 형성 과정.
Rapid or sudden speciation as described in the theory of punctuated equilibrium.
예문:
"The fossil record often shows evidence of punctuation rather than gradual change."
"Evolutionary punctuation suggests that species remain stable for long periods between bursts of change."
히브리어 등에서 모음을 표시하기 위해 사용하는 점법.
The system of marks or points used in certain languages, like Hebrew, to indicate vowel sounds.
예문:
"The Masoretic text added punctuation to preserve the traditional pronunciation of the Hebrew Bible."
"Early Semitic inscriptions often omit punctuation for vowels, making them harder to read."