pound key

[pound kee]

noun

1. a push button on a telephone or key on a computer keyboard that is marked with a pound sign (#).

Word History and Origins

Origin of pound key¹

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

Washingtonians with questions can call the Snohomish County Health District between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily at 425-388-5088, or call the state health department at 800-525-0127 and press the pound key.

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Then it’s called the pound key. 

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Although the assault on Benghazi has been halted, government troops have lost little ground and continue to pound key towns like Misratah and Zintan.

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Please note that at any time during this message, you may press the pound key to stay on the line until Ajit finishes his orangeade.

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