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Dashes
/ˈdæʃɪz/
Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).
📖 Definitions of "Dashes"
noun
- 1
Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).
- 2
(by extension) The longer of the two symbols of Morse code.
- 3
A short run, flight.
- 4
A rushing or violent onset.
verb
- 1
To run quickly or for a short distance.
"He dashed across the field."
- 2
To leave or depart.
"I have to dash now. See you soon."
- 3
To destroy by striking (against).
"He dashed the bottle against the bar and turned about to fight."
- 4
To throw violently.
"The man was dashed from the vehicle during the accident."
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