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What is the definition of 'ellipsis'?

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A three-dot symbol used to show an incomplete statement. Ellipses are used in on-screen menus to convey that there is more to come. ...

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Three equally spaced points used to indicate the omission of ... words.

(e.g. You could look this up for yourself, but ...)

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