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footnote

[ˈfʊtˌnoʊt]

footnote Definition

  • 1an ancillary piece of information printed at the bottom of a page
  • 2a reference or comment at the bottom of a written or printed page

Using footnote: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "footnote" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The book contains several footnotes explaining historical references.

  • Example

    I always read the footnotes to get more information about the topic.

  • Example

    The footnote on page 23 clarifies the author's meaning.

footnote Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with footnote

  • add a footnote

    to insert an additional comment or reference at the bottom of a page

    Example

    I need to add a footnote to this report to cite my sources.

  • a minor or insignificant event or person that is mentioned briefly in historical accounts

    Example

    Although he was a footnote to history, his contributions were significant.

  • to consider something as a minor or unimportant detail

    Example

    Although the mistake was noted, it was taken as a footnote and did not affect the overall outcome.

Origins of footnote

from 'foot' + 'note', meaning a note at the foot of a page

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Summary: footnote in Brief

A 'footnote' [ˈfʊtˌnoʊt] is an additional piece of information printed at the bottom of a page, often used to provide references or comments. It can be added to clarify historical references or to cite sources, as in 'The book contains several footnotes explaining historical references.' 'Footnote' also appears in phrases like 'add a footnote,' 'footnote to history,' and 'take something as a footnote.'