ampersandsymbol
nounUK /ˈæmpəsænd ˈsɪmbəl/
US /ˈæmpərsænd ˈsɪmbəl/
The ampersand symbol is the little sign '&' that means 'and'.
Please write 'salt & pepper' using the ampersand symbol instead of the word 'and'.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A shorthand character used in writing to save space and time.
The old sign read 'Smith & Sons' with a fancy ampersand symbol.
3. A typographic glyph with many decorative styles, from simple to ornate.
The wedding invitation used an elegant ampersand symbol in the couple's names.
4. A character often found in computer code and web addresses to join terms.
In the URL, the ampersand symbol separates the search parameters.