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Structured data
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Also called: semantic markup
Plain-language definition
Plain-language definition
Machine-readable metadata that describes the meaning of visible page content.
Why it matters
Matching structured data helps machines understand glossary pages without replacing clear visible content.
Technical detail
Structured data uses a vocabulary and serialization such as Schema.org in JSON-LD to identify entities, properties, and relationships for consumers.
Examples
- A term page emits DefinedTerm JSON-LD that matches its displayed definition.
Related terms
Sources and review
Reviewed July 12, 2026 by [email protected]. Next review due July 11, 2027.
- Schema.org Documentation — Schema.org Accessed 7/11/2026
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