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How to use HTML Definition List Generator

Enter term: definition pairs, one per line, and the tool builds a semantic dl with matching dt and dd elements.

Frequently asked questions

What is a definition list for?

A <dl> pairs terms (<dt>) with descriptions (<dd>). It suits glossaries, FAQs, metadata and any key-value content where each item has a name and an explanation.

How do I enter the terms and definitions?

Write one pair per line as term: definition. The text before the first colon becomes the <dt> and the rest becomes the <dd>. Lines with no colon are treated as a lone term.

Can one term have multiple definitions?

The HTML spec allows several <dd> elements after a single <dt>. This generator produces one description per line; add extra <dd> tags manually for multiple definitions.

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