asterisk
/ˈæstərɪsk/
CEFR level C1Topic EducationWord #5545 in the learning path
星号
Definitions
n. A star-shaped symbol used to indicate a note or omission
星号
Example
An asterisk beside the price points to extra delivery charges.
价格旁的星号提示还有额外运费。
Researchers often use an asterisk in tables to indicate results that meet a particular statistical threshold.
研究人员常在表格中用星号标明达到特定统计阈值的结果。
Collocations
- mark with an asterisk
- an asterisk beside
- add an asterisk
Usage tip
词尾是-risk，注意不要误读成-riks。
FAQ
- What does asterisk mean?
- A star-shaped symbol used to indicate a note or omission
- How is asterisk pronounced?
- UK /ˈæstərɪsk/, US /ˈæstərɪsk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
