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What is §?

The section sign (§) is a typographical symbol used to refer to a specific section within a document. It is frequently employed in legal, academic, and other formal writing to pinpoint particular passages. Unlike the pilcrow (¶), which denotes a paragraph, the section sign refers to a formally numbered or titled section.

Usage of the section sign is particularly common in legal texts and statutes, where it allows for precise referencing of specific laws or provisions. For example, one might cite "§ 21 of the Penal Code" to refer to a particular section within that code.

The section sign often appears in pairs (§§) to indicate multiple sections. For example, "§§ 21-23" would indicate sections 21 through 23.

In terms of appearance, the section sign often resembles a double "s" character stacked vertically. However, the exact glyph may vary depending on the font used.

Related concepts include:

  • Legal%20Citation: The practice of referencing laws and legal documents using the section sign.
  • Typography: The design and use of typefaces, including special symbols like the section sign.
  • Paragraph%20Mark: (pilcrow ¶) A symbol used to denote a paragraph, often confused with the section sign.
  • Citation: A reference to a source of information.
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