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pangram

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Noun — A sentence that contains every letter of the alphabet.

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It is a fairly technical term, used mainly in language, typography and puzzle contexts.

Etymology

Formed by combining the prefix pan-, meaning all, with -gram, relating to something written.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a pangram?
It is a sentence that uses every letter of the alphabet at least once.
Why are pangrams useful?
They are often used to display every letter of a typeface or alphabet in one short piece of text.
What does pangram mean in crosswords?
In crosswording, a pangram is a puzzle whose completed grid contains every letter of the alphabet.

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