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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.