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Meaning of
'punctuate'
(Webster Dictionary)
1 .
Punctuate
[
v. t.
]
- To mark with points; to separate into sentences, clauses, etc., by points or stops which mark the proper pauses in expressing the meaning.
Meaning of 'punctuate' (Princeton's WordNet)
1 .
punctuate
[
v
]
Meaning (1):
- to stress, single out as important
Example in sentence:
Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet
Meaning (2):
- interrupt periodically
Example in sentence:
Her sharp questions punctuated the speaker's drone
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