Virgil
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Virgil, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Another name for the forward slash symbol ( / ), especially in printing and typesetting contexts.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Middle English Vyrgyle, from Latin Virgilius, from the Roman clan name Vergilius, from Etruscan and of unknown meaning.
Full origin of Virgil →Frequently asked questions
What does “Virgil” mean?
The word “Virgil” means another name for the forward slash symbol ( / ), especially in printing and typesetting contexts. In plain terms, a less common name for the slash character (/).
How do you pronounce “Virgil”?
“Virgil” is pronounced VURD-zhihl (/ˈvɝdʒɪl/ in IPA).
What part of speech is “Virgil”?
“Virgil” is a noun.
Is “Virgil” a common word?
“Virgil” is an uncommon word in modern English.