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either of a pair of symbols < or >, used to surround words, numbers, or other symbols, especially in instructions for a computer

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the symbol \ used for separating words or numbers, especially in the names of computer files. The similar symbol / is called a forward slash.

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a character that tells a computer to move the cursor to the beginning of the line

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a letter, number, or symbol that is written, printed, or used in computer programs

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the way that you say the symbol . in an Internet or e-mail address

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an hourglass a

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a symbol that you type in an e-mail or text message to show how you feel. For example the emoticon :-) means happy or friendly.

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the symbol /, often used in internet addresses and computer instructions

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the pound sign # found on telephones and keyboards

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a word with the symbol # in front of it, used especially in microblogging to identify or search for subjects of interest

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a symbol used in computer programs to show that the program is busy and you should wait

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a sign or symbol used for representing any letter or number. The most common wild card is the asterisk (*).