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Prime Symbol (′) Meaning & Symbolism

Prime Symbol (′) — marks feet and arcminutes (6′2″), and "the transformed version" in math (x′).

Origin & History

The Prime Symbol (′) (′) comes from The history of written and printed marks, from scribal shorthand to keyboard characters. Not an apostrophe, though everyone uses one for it.

Spiritual Meaning

Not an apostrophe, though everyone uses one for it.

Modern Usage

These marks are searched millions of times a year — usually mid-argument with a keyboard, trying to type one.

FAQ

What does the Prime Symbol (′) symbol mean?
Prime Symbol (′) — marks feet and arcminutes (6′2″), and "the transformed version" in math (x′).
What is the spiritual meaning of the Prime Symbol (′)?
Not an apostrophe, though everyone uses one for it.
Where does the Prime Symbol (′) symbol come from?
The Prime Symbol (′) originates from The history of written and printed marks, from scribal shorthand to keyboard characters. It belongs to the Typographic Symbols tradition of symbols.
How is the Prime Symbol (′) used today?
These marks are searched millions of times a year — usually mid-argument with a keyboard, trying to type one.

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