forward slash en · NOUN
Etymology
A retronym coined to distinguish the slash from the backslash, particularly in computing contexts.
Meanings
- Synonym of slash ⟨/⟩
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| forward slashes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Words, grammatical forms and meanings linked to the ontology.
A retronym coined to distinguish the slash from the backslash, particularly in computing contexts.
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| forward slashes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |