HTML <dfn> Tag

Description:

The <dfn> tag is used for indicating a definition. The dfn tag surrounds the word/term being defined.

 

Specific Attributes:

None

Other Attributes:

Attribute Definition
dir

Specifies the text direction for the content in an element.
Possible Values:

  • rtl  (Right to Left)
  • ltr  (Left to Right)
class Specifies a classname for an element.
id Specifies a unique id for an element.
lang Specifies a language code for the content in an element.
title Specifies a title to associate with the element. Many browsers will display this when the cursor hovers over the element (similar to a "tool tip").
style Specifies an inline style for an element.

Example Code:

<dfn>Definition</dfn>: To define the meaning of a word, phrase or term.

Result
Definition: To define the meaning of a word, phrase or term.