What is another word for solidus?
Pronunciation: [sˈɒlɪdəs] (IPA) 
Solidus is a Latin term that generally refers to a forward slash symbol (/). However, there are several synonyms that are used to refer to the solidus in various contexts. Some of these synonyms include virgule, slash, stroke, diagonal, oblique, and separatrix. In mathematics, the solidus is referred to as a fraction bar or division sign as it is used to represent division in mathematical expressions. In typography, the solidus is known as a shilling mark or a fraction slash. The solidus is also used to represent the word 'or' in abbreviations such as and/or, and it is referred to as a slant, diagonal, or separatrix in this context.
