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The term "ghost character" can refer to different concepts in literature, computing, and typography, each with unique implications.

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Definition

B2Literature

(drama, narrative)A figure mentioned in a story or play who does not appear on stage or in the narrative.

Example

  • In the play, there is a ghost character who is frequently talked about but never appears on stage.

C1Computing

(technical, japanese)A kanji included in the Japanese Industrial Standard with no known origin or practical use.

Example

  • The ghost character 彁 is one of the 12 kanji with unknown origins in the JIS X 0208 standard.

C1Typography

(technical)A placeholder symbol not meant to be visible in the final document but used for structural purposes during editing.

Example

  • During the editing process, a ghost character can help maintain formatting consistency.

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