Paragraph
Definition of Paragraph
Par´a`graph n. | 1. | Originally, a marginal mark or note, set in the margin to call attention to something in the text, e. g., a change of subject; now, the character | | 2. | A distinct part of a discourse or writing; any section or subdivision of a writing or chapter which relates to a particular point, whether consisting of one or many sentences. The division is sometimes noted by the mark indentation{4}. | | 3. | A brief composition complete in one typographical section or paragraph; an item, remark, or quotation comprised in a few lines forming one paragraph; as, a column of news paragraphs; an editorial paragraph. | v. t. | 1. | To divide into paragraphs; to mark with the character | | 2. | To express in the compass of a paragraph; as, to paragraph an article. | | 3. | To mention in a paragraph or paragraphs |
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