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Summary

The dl element (<dl>) is used to define a definition list. It encloses a list of definition items which consist of two parts, a term (<dt>) and a description (<dd>).

Overview Table

DOM Interface	HTMLDListElement

Examples

This example uses the DL element with the DD and DT elements to create a definition list.

<DL>
<DT>Cat
<DD>A small domesticated mammal.
<DT>Lizard
<DD>A reptile generally found in dry areas.
</DL>

Notes

Standards information

• Document Object Model (DOM) Level 2 HTML Specification, Section 1.6.5
• HTML 4.01 Specification, Section 10.3

HTML information

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Compatibility

Desktop

Feature	Chrome	Firefox (Gecko)	Internet Explorer	Opera	Safari
Basic support	?	?	?	?	?

Mobile

Feature	Android	BlackBerry	Chrome for mobile	Firefox Mobile (Gecko)	IE Mobile	Opera Mobile	Opera Mini	Safari Mobile
Basic support	?	?	?	?	?	?	?	?

See also

External resources

• Mozilla Developer Network
• W3C

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