n.
1.something that makes repeated and regular interruptions or divisions
2.the marks used to clarify meaning by indicating separation of words into sentences and clauses and phrases
3.the use of certain marks to clarify meaning of written material by grouping words grammatically into sentences and clauses and phrases
Idiom of the Day
have a lot on one's plate
to have many things to do or deal with, to be busy with many different activities
The young woman has a lot on her plate at the moment and is very busy.