at symbol

Address book punctuation

The at symbol (@) is a typographic character meaning "at" or "at the rate of," originally used in commercial contexts: 10 widgets @ $5 each.

Its primary modern use is in email addresses, where it separates the username from the domain: jane@example.com.

On social media platforms, @ precedes usernames to mention or tag someone: Great seeing you yesterday @marcus.

As a verb, to at someone means to mention them this way: Don't at me.

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digital connectivity symbolism

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Not internet-connected

disconnected · analog · unplugged · off-grid

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G