forward slash

[ fawr-werd slash ]

noun

a short oblique stroke (/), or slash, especially one used in computer programming or to specify an internet address or computer filename.

Compare Meanings

Click for a side-by-side comparison of meanings. Use the word comparison feature to learn the differences between similar and commonly confused words.

Origin of forward slash

First recorded in 1980–85

Compare backslash.

Words that may be confused with forward slash

backslash, forward slash , virgule

Words Nearby forward slash

forwardness
forward pass
forward quotation
forward roll
forwards
forward slash
forward-thinking
forwent
for what it's worth
For Whom the Bell Tolls
forwhy

Browse