Semiquote
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Semiquote is a noun meaning A single quotation mark, ('). This is often used for a quote within a quote, as in "Tom said 'What?'".
Meaning
A single quotation mark, ('). This is often used for a quote within a quote, as in "Tom said 'What?'".
More Meanings
- A punctuation mark to indicate that the text is a semi-quote, i.e. a close paraphrase that uses some of the author's original words.
- (informal) A partly paraphrased quotation.
- To make a close paraphrase of a quotation, using some of its words.
Example Sentences
"A fanatic is someone who will not change his mind or the subject of discussion" is a semiquote of Winston Churchill.
Word Forms
- semiquotes
- semi-quote
- semiquoting
- semiquoted
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include semi-quote, quote, quotemark, doublequote, quotes, backquote.
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