A dagger, or obelisk.[1] (†, †, U+2020) is a typographical symbol or glyph. The term "obelisk" derives from Greek ὀβελίσκος (obeliskos), which means "little obelus"; from Ancient Greek: ὀβελός (obelos) meaning "roasting spit". It was originally represented by the ÷ symbol and was first used by the Ancient Greek scholars as critical marks in manuscripts.
A double dagger or diesis (‡, ‡, U+2021) is a variant with two handles. Neither should be confused with the Christian crucifix symbol.
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