^W

Translingual

Symbol

^W

  1. (computing) The ASCII control character end of transmission block in caret notation.

English

Interjection

^W

  1. (Internet slang, usually humorous) Delete that last word.
    Yeah, he's a real jerk^W civility-challenged fellow.
    Well, Mimi, you're old enough that you should go to parties now, so this should be your last year to tickle feet^W^W trick-or-treat.

Usage notes

  • This may be repeated to indicate the deletion of multiple words.

Related terms

Last modified on 12 April 2012, at 14:29