inverted comma

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Definition Noun : A punctuation mark (either single ' ' or double " ") used in pairs to indicate that the enclosed text is a direct quotation, a title, or to highlight a word or phrase being discussed. The term "inverted comma" is primarily used in British English; the more common term in American English is "quotation mark." Usage Inverted commas are used to: 1. Enclose direct speech or a dire...