noun / verb
asterisk
AS-tuh-risk/ˈæstɝɪsk/
A star-shaped symbol that draws attention to text.
An asterisk beside the price directs readers to a footnote.
Etymology
The pieces mean “little star,” describing the mark’s shape. This small star serves as a written signal directing attention to a note, omission, or specially marked wording.
In context
when a person is filling it out it has a little red asterisk next to it and that means that they have to fill it out right so things like first name last name
More examples
- Please asterisk the items that require special handling.
- The editor removed two unnecessary asterisks.
- An asterisked name indicates that the person has already replied.
Forms
asterisk · asterisks · asterisked · asterisking
Similar words
- star
- Can name the same shape without specifying its textual function.
- footnote marker
- Includes other signs and numbers that point to notes.