at sign

noun

: the symbol @ especially when used as part of an email address

Word History

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of at sign was in 1977

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“At sign.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20sign. Accessed 24 Mar. 2023.

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at sign

noun

: the symbol especially when used as part of an e-mail address

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