Definition of obelus in English:

nounobeli

• 1A symbol (†) used as a reference mark in printed matter, or to indicate that a person is deceased.

  ‘This obelus (little dagger sign) directs readers to a four-line footnote that explains the terms and conditions attached to this freebie.’

• 2A mark (– or ÷) used in ancient manuscripts to mark a word or passage as spurious, corrupt or doubtful.