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Noun tittle has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebTittlesDescription:Tittles refers to small marks used in writing and typography to indicate various linguistic elements such as letters, abbreviations, or diacritical marks. Tittles are frequently used to distinguish between similar-looking characters or to denote specific sounds. Senses:Sense 1:Noun (Plural: tittles) A small dot or mark placed over or under a letter to indicate a sound or to differentiate it from a similar-looking character. Example: The Hebrew alphabet includes tittles on certain letters to record specific pronunciations. Sense 2:Verb (Third person singular present: tittles, Gerund or present participle: tittling, Past tense: tittled, Past participle: titiled) To add a small dot or mark to a letter for clarity or phonetic distinction. Example: The calligrapher meticulously tittled each letter to demonstrate their accurate pronunciation. Usages:Usage 1:Typography In typography, tittles play an important role in distinguishing lowercase letters with similar appearances, such as 'i' and 'j'. Example Sentence: The font design expert adjusted the position of the tittles on the lowercase 'i' and 'j' to ensure optimal legibility. Usage 2:Orthography Tittles are utilized in various writing systems to denote specific sounds or differentiate between similar-looking characters. Example Sentence: The diacritical marks known as tittles in Spanish, such as the tilde (~) and the dieresis (¨), modify the pronunciation of certain letters. Related Products:To further explore tittles or improve your typography skills, consider the following related products available on Amazon: | ||||
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