Braille
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Noun — A writing system of raised dots that blind and partially sighted people read with their fingertips.
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How to use Braille
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Etymology
Named after Louis Braille (1809-1852), the French educator who invented the system as a teenager.
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What does “Braille” mean?
The word “Braille” means a writing system of raised dots that blind and partially sighted people read with their fingertips. In plain terms, a tactile alphabet of raised dots that lets blind people read by touch.
How do you pronounce “Braille”?
“Braille” is pronounced BRAYL (/ˈbɹeɪ̯l/ in IPA).
How do you use “Braille” in a sentence?
Here is “Braille” used in a sentence: “The lift buttons had braille labels beside the numbers.”
What part of speech is “Braille”?
Depending on how it is used, “Braille” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “Braille” come from?
The word “Braille” dates back to around 1809 and comes from French. Named after Louis Braille (1809-1852), the French educator who invented the system as a teenager.
How many meanings does “Braille” have?
“Braille” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a writing system of raised dots that blind and partially sighted people read with their fingertips.