noun
- plural of caret; symbols (^) used in writing and editing to show where something should be inserted
Usage: editing; proofreading
Examples
- The editor marked several carets in the manuscript to show where commas were needed.
- Use carets to indicate where the missing words should go.
- The proofreader inserted carets throughout the document.
- Students learned to use carets when revising their essays.
- The teacher’s corrections included numerous carets and marginal notes.
- Carets are essential symbols in the editing process.