Hashmark is a commonly used term for the symbol #, which is also known as the pound sign, number sign, or octothorpe. Some other synonyms for hashmark include crosshatch, grid, lattice, mesh, crisscross, and interlacement. Each of these words implies a pattern of overlapping lines or marks that create a woven or interconnected look. Other similar terms for hashmark might include hashtag or tag, which are used to categorize online posts. Regardless of what term is used, the symbol itself has become ubiquitous in modern communication and is an essential part of many digital platforms.