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ellipsis Definition and Meaning in English (ellipsis definition)

noun
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Ellipsis definition: The omission of a word or phrase which is grammatically necessary but can be deduced from the context.

Definitions of Ellipsis

  1. 1noun(formal)

    The omission of a word or phrase which is grammatically necessary but can be deduced from the context.

  2. 2noun(formal)

    A mark or series of marks (such as ...) used in printing or writing to indicate the omission of words.

Example Sentences

formal

“The ellipsis indicated that the quote had been shortened.”

formal

“He used an ellipsis to show a pause in his speech.”

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nounellipsis
nounellipsoid
pluralellipses
adjectiveelliptical

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Ellipsis definition: The omission of a word or phrase which is grammatically necessary but can be deduced from the context.
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'Ellipsis' translates to 'ellipsis' in English. Ellipsis definition: The omission of a word or phrase which is grammatically necessary but can be deduced from the context.
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