keypad

[ kee-pad ]

noun
  1. 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.

  2. a panel similarly keyed and used in conjunction with a television set, electronic banking machine, or other electronic device.

Origin of keypad

1
First recorded in 1965–70; key1 + pad1
  • Also called numeric keypad, numeric pad .

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British Dictionary definitions for keypad

keypad

/ (ˈkiːˌpæd) /


noun
  1. a small keyboard with push buttons, as on a pocket calculator, remote control unit for a television, etc

  2. computing a data input device consisting of a limited number of keys, each with nominated functions

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