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OBELI

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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Obeli.

Obeli - as a noun

A symbol resembling a horizontal line (–), sometimes together with one or two dots (for example, ⨪ or ÷), which was used in ancient manuscripts and texts to mark a word or passage as doubtful or spurious, or redundant; an obelisk.

A dagger symbol (†), which is used in printed matter as a reference mark to refer the reader to a footnote, marginal note, etc.; beside a person's name to indicate that the person is deceased; or beside a date to indicate that it is a person's death date; an obelisk.

Example Sentences

"The obeli on the map indicate places of interest."
"The obeli in the text mark passages that are considered doubtful."
"The scholar inserted obeli to mark potential errors in the manuscript."
"The obeli are used to highlight obscure or outdated information."
"In ancient texts, obeli were often employed to indicate corrupted passages."
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Word Game Points

Is OBELI a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obeli is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBELI has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is OBELI a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obeli is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBELI has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is OBELI a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obeli is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBELI has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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