| 释义 |
punc·ta·tion
\ˌpəŋ(k)ˈtāshən\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Medieval Latin punctatus (past participle of punctare to point, from Latin punctum) + English -ion
1. : the action of making punctate, perforated, or marked by points or dots : the condition of being punctate
2. : a minute spot or depression (as on a plant, animal, or piece of pottery)
3. civil law : a preliminary statement in writing presenting matters proposed to be put into a contemplated contract |