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AE

Represents the Latin ligature combining the letters A and E into a single character, commonly used in classical and medieval texts.

Overview

Serves as a typographical element in academic writing, particularly in linguistics, classical studies, and historical documents where accurate representation of Latin or Old English text is essential.

  • Commonly appears in scholarly works discussing medieval manuscripts
  • Used in proper names and place names of Scandinavian origin
  • Important for accurate transcription of historical texts and documents
  • Maintains typographical authenticity when citing or referencing classical works

Examples

Writing the Old English word 'Æther' in text mode

Æther\text{\AE}ther 
\text{\AE}ther

Citing a medieval manuscript with ligature in the title

BeowulfandÆlfric′sHomiliesBeowulf and \text{\AE}lfric's Homilies 
Beowulf and \text{\AE}lfric's Homilies

Displaying a Scandinavian name in formal typography

Dr.Ærø−HansenDr. \text{\AE}rø-Hansen 
Dr. \text{\AE}rø-Hansen