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SymbolName
  • SymbolName[ symbol ] gives the name of the specified symbol.
  • Example: SymbolName[x].
  • SymbolName evaluates its input.
  • SymbolName always returns a string.
  • See the Mathematica book: Section 2.6.12.
  • See also: ToString, Symbol.


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