Brackets — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈbra-kət/

Meaning & Definition of Brackets

Brackets (verb)

  1. to place within or as if within brackets
  2. to eliminate from consideration
  3. to extend around so as to encompass, include

Brackets (noun)

  1. an overhanging member that projects from a structure (such as a wall) and is usually designed to support a vertical load or to strengthen an angle
  2. a fixture (as for holding a lamp) projecting from a wall or column
  3. one of a pair of marks [ ] used in writing and printing to enclose matter or in mathematics and logic as signs of aggregation —called also square bracket
  4. one of the pair of marks 〈 〉 used to enclose matter, bracket
  5. bracket

Word Forms of Brackets

Inflections: bracketed, bracketing, angle brackets

Origin & Etymology of Brackets

perhaps from Middle French braguette codpiece, from diminutive of brague breeches, from Old Occitan braga, from Latin braca, of Celtic origin breech

First known use: 1836

Frequently Asked Questions about Brackets

What does "Brackets" mean?

"Brackets" means to place within or as if within brackets. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to place within or as if within brackets. It has 8 distinct senses.

Is "Brackets" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Brackets" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Brackets"?

"Brackets" is pronounced /ˈbra-kət/.

What is the origin of the word "Brackets"?

"Brackets" comes from perhaps from Middle French braguette codpiece, from diminutive of brague breeches, from Old Occitan braga, from Latin braca, of Celtic origin breech. First known use: 1836.

What does "Brackets" mean as a verb?

As a verb, "Brackets" means: to place within or as if within brackets; to eliminate from consideration; to extend around so as to encompass, include.

What does "Brackets" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Brackets" means: an overhanging member that projects from a structure (such as a wall) and is usually designed to support a vertical load or to strengthen an angle; a fixture (as for holding a lamp) projecting from a wall or column; one of a pair of marks [ ] used in writing and printing to enclose matter or in mathematics and logic as signs of aggregation —called also square bracket.

What are the forms of "Brackets"?

The word forms of "Brackets" include bracketed, bracketing and angle brackets.