Symbols show important landmarks, places and areas. They are used because maps are usually too small to contain lots of writing A key is a guide which explains what the symbols on the map mean. It ...

But what does the symbol mean? In Russia, the "Z" is fast becoming seen as a staunchly pro-war symbol of President Putin's invasion of Ukraine. It has been sported by politicians, seen on the ...

For as many keys as your keyboard holds, there are always hundreds more symbols that get left out. One of these is the degree symbol. Luckily, the degree symbol is on your keyboard - just hidden ...

Smartphones have progressed significantly over the past few years, with improvements in display, camera quality, and ...

JK Rowling has revealed the inspiration behind the symbol for the Deathly Hallows. Speaking in a new BBC documentary, the author says it's connected to a film that came out more than 40 years ago.

Map symbols show what can be found in an area. Each feature of the landscape has a different symbol. Contour lines are lines that join up areas of equal height on a map. By looking at how far ...

Move the pointer over the row and column headings to see descriptions of the manners and places of articulation. Then click on the IPA symbols for each English sound to open a popup window with sample ...

If they detect low pressure in any tyre, this symbol with an exclamation mark will pop up on your dashboard. It could indicate a slow puncture, a sudden blowout, or just that your tyres need topping ...

To this end, a designation system is presented that includes symbols and an identification code. The differing established procedural needs of various organizations are recognized, where not ...

Symbols are included to depict mathematical functions, graphs, process equipment, instruments, and electrical equipment. The symbols are suitable for use in dynamic displays, as on cathode-ray tubes ...