Meaning & use
asterisk
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The star-shaped symbol (*) used in writing to mark a footnote, omission, or qualification.
See it in a sentence
The record came with an asterisk noting that the athlete later failed a drug test.
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A note on using this word
Figuratively, saying an achievement "has an asterisk" means it comes with a caveat that undermines its legitimacy.
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