Meaning

(computing, computer hardware) A set of keys laid out in a gridlike pattern, used for typing on a typewriter, computer, etc..

Definitions by Sense

1. (computing, computer hardware) A set of keys laid out in a gridlike pattern, used for typing on a typewriter, computer, etc.
2. (music) A component of many instruments, including the piano, organ, and harpsichord, consisting of usually black and white keys that cause different tones to be produced when struck.
3. (music) An electronic device containing a keyboard (preceding sense), especially one that is capable of producing musical sounds when the keys are played.
4. (intransitive) To type on a computer keyboard.

Example Sentences

Keyboarding is the part of this job I hate the most.

The earliest hardcore hackers would not stumble in to their predawn keyboarding for another two hours.

Word Forms

• keyboards
• keyboarding
• keyboarded

Synonyms for key board

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When Should You Use Key board?

Use key board when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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