Punctuate (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used with object), punc·tu·at·ed, punc·tu·at·ing.
  1. to mark or divide (something written) with punctuation marks in order to make the meaning clear.
  2. to interrupt at intervals: Cheers punctuated the mayor's speech.
  3. to give emphasis or force to; emphasize; underline.
verb (used without object), punc·tu·at·ed, punc·tu·at·ing.
  1. to insert or use marks of punctuation.
verb (mainly tr)
  1. to insert punctuation marks into (a written text)
  2. to interrupt or insert at frequent intervals
  3. to give emphasis to
Punctuate (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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