Homonym: Octothorpe (Hashtag)
The term "Octothorpe" refers to the symbol "#" commonly known as the hashtag or pound sign. It consists of two horizontal lines and two vertical lines, creating a grid-like appearance. The name is believed to have originated in the 1960s at Bell Labs, where it was used in telephone keypads.
There are various theories about the origin of the name "Octothorpe." One popular explanation suggests that "octo" refers to the eight points of the symbol, while "thorpe" may have been added humorously, possibly referencing the Olympic athlete Jim Thorpe. Today, the octothorpe is widely used in social media to categorize content and facilitate searches.