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bracketed


Meanings
  • Noun

    A symbol used to enclose or highlight a part of a text, equation, or other representation.

    - "The mathematical expression (x^2 + 1) is equal to y."
    - "In the text, the editor added brackets to clarify the meaning of the sentence."

Variants
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bracketed , bracket , bracketing , brackets
Etymology
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The word 'bracket' originated from the Old French word 'bracquet', which means 'hook'. The use of brackets as symbols to enclose or highlight parts of text can be traced back to the 15th century.


Trivia
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  1. Brackets were originally used in printing to hold the type in place.

  2. The mathematical symbol for the integral calculus is represented by a long S-shaped bracket called an integral sign.


Related Concepts
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  1. Parentheses: Parentheses are a type of bracket that can be used to enclose additional information within text.

  2. Square brackets: Square brackets are used to enclose numbers in a list or to add explanatory notes to text.

  3. Curly brackets: Curly brackets are used to enclose sets or lists in mathematics.


Culture
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Brackets have been used throughout history in various contexts. In literature, they are used to clarify meaning, add emphasis, or indicate irony. In mathematics, they are used to represent sets, intervals, or groupings. In music, they are used to indicate repeats or alternative endings.

How to Memorize "bracketed"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the meaning and usage of 'bracket', visualize a hook or a pair of parentheses enclosing a part of a text or equation.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'bracket' with the idea of enclosing or highlighting a part of something.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Brings Rigor To Key Areas' to remember the function of brackets in mathematics.


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