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

Time Traveler
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 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

at sign

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