orphans

The orphans property designates the minimum number of lines to be left at the bottom of a page or column.

Syntax

Often used in conjunction with the widows property.

.container p {
  orphans: 2;
}

Values

integer
Numerical value that designates the minimum number of lines that are left at the bottom of a page, region, or column. Only positive values are allowed.

initial
Sets the property to its default value.

inherit
Inherits this property’s value from its parent item.

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