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Paranthesis

Description

A parenthesis is a punctuation mark used to set off a word, phrase, or clause that adds extra information or clarifies a statement. It is usually represented by a pair of curved brackets ( ).

Senses and Usages

1. Noun: A curved bracket ( ) used in writing to enclose an aside or an explanatory comment that is not essential to the main sentence.

Example sentence: I bought a book (the one you recommended) from the store yesterday.

2. Noun: A passage, remark, or explanation that is added within parentheses in a text.

Example sentence: The author included numerous parentheses in his novel, providing additional details about the characters.

3. Verb: To insert a word, phrase, or clause within parentheses to provide extra information or clarification.

Example sentence: The teacher asked us to parenthesize the essential features of the poem.

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