Paragraph
Paragraph
A Paragraph (pronounced: /ˈparəɡraf/) is a distinct section of a piece of writing, usually dealing with a single theme and indicated by a new line, indentation, or numbering.
Etymology
The term "Paragraph" originates from the Greek word 'para' meaning 'beside' and 'grapho' meaning 'to write'. It was first used in English in the 16th century.
Definition
In the context of medical writing, a Paragraph is a self-contained unit of a discourse in writing dealing with a particular point or idea. A paragraph consists of one or more sentences. The start of a paragraph is indicated by beginning on a new line. Sometimes the first line is indented. At various points in the history of writing various symbols at the beginning of the paragraph have been used to signal the start of a new paragraph.
Related Terms
- Sentence: A set of words that is complete in itself, typically containing a subject and predicate, conveying a statement, question, exclamation, or command, and consisting of a main clause and sometimes one or more subordinate clauses.
- Discourse: Written or spoken communication or debate.
- Indentation: The action of indenting or the state of being indented.
- Theme: The subject of a talk, a piece of writing, a person's thoughts, or an exhibition; a topic.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Paragraph
- Wikipedia's article - Paragraph
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