Definition of parentheses

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  • parentheses is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
  • parentheses is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
  • parentheses is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of parentheses

  • a message that departs from the main subject (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. aside
    2. digression
    3. divagation
    4. excursus
  • either of two punctuation marks (or) used to enclose textual material (noun)

See definition of parentheses in Merriam Webster