noun a punctuation mark used to introduce a list or an explanation
verb N/A
adjective N/A
adverb N/A
pronoun N/A
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conjunction N/A
interjection N/A
article N/A
Refers to a part of the large intestine
Refers to a surgical procedure involving the removal of a portion of the colon
Used to introduce a list or an explanation
Used to separate hours and minutes in time notation
In writing, a colon is used to introduce a list, an explanation, or a quote.
In psychology, a colon is used in research papers to separate the title from the subtitle.
In medical reports, a colon is used to separate the time from the temperature readings.
In legal documents, a colon is used to separate the parties involved in a case.
In educational materials, a colon is used to introduce a definition or an example.