Template talk:Dfn

This template was considered for deletion on 2019 March 17. The result of the discussion was "keep".

Use

I am struggling to understand the use of this template within an article. I understand the <dfn> element and how it works. Some examples:

Horus Heresy: {{dfn|style=font-style:italic;|1=xenos}} → xenos
Horus Heresy (novels): [[wikt:anathema|{{dfn|style=font-style:italic;|1=Anathema}}]] → Anathema
William A. Spinks: {{strong|{{dfn|William Alexander Spinks, Jr.}}}} → William Alexander Spinks, Jr.
Scottish Sub Aqua Club: {{dfn|Sports Diver}} → Sports Diver

I just don't see where any current use adds value to the article. ---— Gadget850 (Ed) ^talk 10:23, 29 October 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Same here. I think it is confusing and not really a fan. Doc James (talk · contribs · email) (if I write on your page reply on mine) 20:49, 3 January 2013 (UTC)[reply]