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mouse pad

American  
Also mousepad
Computers.
  1. a small, typically foam rubber sheet used to provide a stable surface on which a mouse can be moved.


Etymology

Origin of mouse pad

1980–85

Example Sentences

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He suggests trying a mouse pad or a hardback book.

From Seattle Times • May 6, 2023

You can also achieve unlimited battery life on both using Logitech’s magical Powerplay wireless charging mouse pad.

From The Verge • Aug. 30, 2022

On the other hand, the NX was outfitted with a small mouse pad, also in the center console, designed for easier operation of the entertainment and navigation systems.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2016

Moving your mouse pad can improve your brain.

From New York Times • Apr. 16, 2012

Princeton scrawls on something that looks like a hyped-up mouse pad and it shows up on Namitha’s screen.

From "The World Is Flat" by Thomas L. Friedman