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noun
a typewriter key that determines whether characters are printed in upper or lower case and controls the printing of numbers and symbols.
Computers. a key that performs the same functions as on a typewriter keyboard and also controls other functions, depending on the program: To print a file, depress the shift key and a function key.
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Origin of shift key
First recorded in 1900–05
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shift key
noun
a key on a typewriter or computer keyboard used to type capital letters and certain numbers and symbols
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