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keypad

[ kee-pad ]
/ ˈkiˌpæd /

noun

a separate section on some computer keyboards, grouping together numeric keys and those for mathematical or other special functions in an arrangement like that of a calculator.
a panel similarly keyed and used in conjunction with a television set, electronic banking machine, or other electronic device.

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Also called numeric keypad, numeric pad .

Origin of keypad

First recorded in 1965–70; key1 + pad1

Words nearby keypad

Keynesian economics, Keynes, John Maynard, keynote, keynote address, keynoter, keypad, keypal, key plate, keypunch, key ring, keyring drive
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British Dictionary definitions for keypad

keypad
/ (ˈkiːˌpæd) /

noun

a small keyboard with push buttons, as on a pocket calculator, remote control unit for a television, etc
computing a data input device consisting of a limited number of keys, each with nominated functions
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