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caret

noun
/ˈkærɪt/

Meaning

A proofreading symbol (^) used to indicate where something should be inserted.

Example Sentences

The editor placed a caret to show where the missing word should go.

Synonyms

insertion mark, editing symbol, proofreading mark

Antonyms

none, omission

Collocations

insert caret, add caret, caret symbol

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