definition
Represents a definition in a definition list. Definitions are usually indented in the definition list.
Indicates the definition in a definition list. The definition is usually indented in the definition list.
Comments
Element DD is available in the Internet Explorer 3.0 and above versions of HTML, and is available in the Internet Explorer 4.0 and above scripts.
This element is a block element.
This element requires closing the label.
The DD element is available into HTML as of Internet Explorer 3.0, and in script as of Internet Explorer 4.0.
This element is a block element.
This element requires a closing tag.
Sample code
The following example creates a definition list using the DL element and the DD and DT elements.
This is example uses the DL element with the DD and DT elements to create a definition list.
<dl> <dt> Wildlife </dt> <dd> All kinds of animals that live in the natural environment without being reared artificially. </dd> <dt> Pet </dt> <dd> refers to cats, dogs and other animals for appreciation, companionship, adoption and rearing, also known as companion animals. </dd> </dl>